Clinical Therapist II - Mobile Psych Services FSP Outreach
Clinical Therapist II - Mobile Psych Services FSP Outreach
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- Applications will be reviewed in the order of when it was receivedMUST BE CURRENTLY REGISTERED WITH THE BOARD OF BEHAVIORAL SCIENCESTO BE CONSIDERED.
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) seeks a Clinical Therapist II who will be assigned to their MDT for the Mobile Psychiatric Services within Behavioral Health. The incumbent in this position will support the MDT Mobile Psychiatric Services team that includes a psychiatrist a nurse a CT two BHS IIs a BHS III two peers and the supervisor.
Under supervision performs a range of therapeutic assignments related to the field of mental or behavioral health services and psychiatric social work which includes the design and implementation of personalized treatment plans individual and group psychotherapy evaluations and investigations and professional counseling as applicable by professional licensing law to meet the needs of consumers or families with mental or emotional disorders; and performs other related duties as required.
The Clinical Therapist I is the unlicensed entrylevel of the Clinical Therapist series. This series includes the Marriage and Family Therapist Registered Intern (MFTI) the Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) and the Professional Clinical Counselor Registered Intern (PCCI). Through education and supervised clinical experience on the job incumbents in this classification develop advanced diagnostic and treatment skills while gaining qualifying experience for which state licensure is required.
The Clinical Therapist I is required to obtain a license issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist within six years from the date of hire. Incumbents placed in this classification before September 18 2014 may obtain licensure within eight years from the date of hire. The Clinical Therapist I is a natural progression underfill for the class of Clinical Therapist II. Incumbents will be promoted to Clinical Therapist II after obtaining a satisfactory performance evaluation and upon providing proof of licensure.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Interview consumers relatives and other involved persons to gather personal and social data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.
Develop service plans with consumers; evaluate psychological economic vocational educational physical health socialization and housing needs.
Coordinate with other staff members (psychiatrists psychologists and other program staff) and community agencies in carrying out and designing treatment or rehabilitation plans.
Assist consumers and other concerned individuals in understanding the nature of major psychological illnesses and their psychosocial effects.
Assist consumers and their families in understanding and choosing options of mental health treatment.
Initiate and conduct individual collateral group and family therapy sessions.
Establish and maintain effective contact with local area mental health resources including community members parents schools residential facilities and other agencies/organizations.
Perform specialized tasks including involuntary hospitalization procedures 5150 and Tarasoff assessments.
Participate in mental health conferences and local area committees.
Prepare reports and write correspondence.
Provide guidance to volunteers and staff.
Act as a casework consultant to other clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
Licensed level within the scope of licensure may provide clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians.
Coordinate clinical decisions in response to operational demands.
Conduct clinical discussions regarding complex or difficult cases.
Respond to emergencies within licensure which may occur on the unit.
Coordinate the flow of information and clinical data to ensure continuity in treatment or shift.
Serve as liaison with other sections units services and agencies.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To review which position you qualify for please click on the links provided below.
Click here to reviewClinical Therapist Ijob qualifications.
Salary:$29.50 $42.60 Hourly
Click here to reviewClinical Therapist IIjob qualifications.
Salary:$33.99 $48.37 Hourly
Education:Possession of a Masters degree from an accredited college or university in clinical or counseling psychology social work marriage and family therapy or a closely related behavioral science field.
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Certificate:Clinical Therapist I must have possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker Associate Marriage and Family Therapist or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Clinical Therapist II must have possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.
Bilingual Testing
The Human Resources Department will coordinate a Bilingual (Spanish) NonProctored Assessment.
Security Clearance
A successful Security Clearance conducted by the Sheriffs Department may be required within the Department name.
County of Riverside Human Resources Contact:
For more information regarding this position please contact the recruiter Jammie Smith via email at .
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference.The Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: https://rivcocob/boardpoliciesReasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rchr/disabilityProof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference preemployment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site www.rchr.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
