Clinician

Salary : $89,356.80 - $127,275.20 Annually
Location : Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: C26-140
Division: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Bureau: Wellness Bureau
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 3:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Appointed
Position Type: Open Competitive
Ranked vs. Pool: Pool


The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Position Description
**Eligibility Requirement: MUST be fully licensed; this opportunity is not open for interns.**

Definition

This position is a full-time, in-house public safety mental health professional within the Wellness Bureau. The Clinician works in close collaboration with the Director of the Wellness Bureau to deliver clinical services to all department members, their families, and department retirees. The role carries a critical responsibility of cultivating a culture of psychological, emotional, social, spiritual, and physical wellness across the agency. Candidates must hold a valid, active license under NRS Title 54, Chapter 641, 641A, or 641B.240.


Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a Sheriff-appointed classification and is not subject to the competitive requirements of the Civil Service Rules of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

*The class specification including the complete job description and environmental and physical conditions will be available upon request. *

Minimum Qualifications/Position-Specific Conditions
The Strongest Candidates Will Bring:

• Two years of experience in public safety mental health to include crisis intervention and psychological debriefs, with demonstrated first responder cultural competency.
• Possession of a valid clinical license in good standing under NRS Title 54, Chapter 641, 641A, or 641B.240.
• Three or more years of experience with public speaking and professional presentations.
• Three or more years of experience administering and interpreting culturally appropriate mental health assessments.
• Flexibility and willingness to deploy across area commands, outlying locations, and wherever a clinical need arises within the agency.
• A collaborative disposition and the capacity to work effectively alongside Peer Support staff and fellow Clinicians.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada driver license.
• (Preferred but not required) specialized training in one or more of the following evidence-based interventions: Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure (PE), or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Conditions of Employment
In addition to the General Conditions of Employment found here , the following specific conditions of employment apply to this position:

1. Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America.
2. Be at least 18 years old by the closing date of the announcement.
3. Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
4. Personal Appearance: While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches. Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.
5. Comply with department policy 4.116 Driving/Vehicle Procedures, Department Take-Home Vehicles, if assigned a take-home vehicle.
6. Maintain a valid, appropriate Nevada driver license.
7. Maintain a valid license to practice social work issued by the Nevada State Board of Social Work.
8. Respond to employees in crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
9. Work any shift, weekends, and holidays.
10. Crisis scenes within the community; varying weather and urban and rural conditions while traveling to offsite locations; office and filed environment; work with computers.

Selection Process
Application Filing
An application, curriculum vitae, a letter of interest, and professional license must be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time. Decisions on an applicant's suitability for this position may be made solely on the information contained in the application, curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and professional license and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.
A complete application will include the following:

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Letter of interest
• Professional license

Additional Selection Processes
If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.


The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Department's random drug screening process. For more information on the background process, click for a quick video or for specific information.

Additional Information
Inquiries
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to:

• Staff Specialist Hannah Newman at or View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• Manager T'Lisa Marcus-Morris at or View phone number on click.appcast.io
• Human Resources Technician Martha Casper at or View phone number on click.appcast.io
• Contact Dr. James Tenney at or Dr. Ashley Taylor at for questions regarding the position only.

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Staff Specialist Hannah Newman at View phone number on click.appcast.io and
Vision: The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.

Mission: The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.

Values: The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents the values of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of members, as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.

EEO: The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, military service,or political affiliation and shall be based on merit and fitness only.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

View email address on click.appcast.io
LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
APPOINTED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS


Benefits are effective July 1, 2023, are based upon an 80 hour
pay period in a paid status, and are subject to change.
COMPENSATION
CLOTHING ALLOWANCE: Appointed employees may be eligible to receive an annual clothing allowance, depending on the appointed agreement in effect on July 1 of payment year. When eligible, clothing allowance is paid to the employee at a prorated amount upon the completion of 6 months of continuous service, and each July thereafter. Employees who separate from the Department are required to reimburse a prorated amount for the remainder of that year.


EDUCATION INCENTIVE: Appointed employees possessing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree from an accredited college or university may be eligible to receive a designated amount per pay period based on the type of degree obtained and the appointed agreement in effect on July 1 of payment year.


SPANISH PAY: Qualified employees may receive Spanish Pay bi-weekly.


TAXES :
State/City - Nevada has no state tax or city income tax.
Social Security - Employees enrolled in PERS do not pay social security.
Medicare - Medicare is deducted at the rate of 1.45%.


WORKING HOURS : Employees work 80 hours bi-weekly. Depending upon the area of assignment, employees work an 8-hour, a 9-hour, a 10-hour, or a 12-hour shift per day.


LEAVE AND HOLIDAYS

ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE : Employees begin accruing vacation leave immediately at the following rates:

• 1 - 4 years of service:4.62 hours per pay period (3 weeks per year)
• 5 - 9 years of service:5.80 hours per pay period (3.75 weeks per year)
• 10 - 19 years of service:6.15 hours per pay period (4 weeks per year)
• 20 + years of service:7.68 hours per pay period (5 weeks per year)

Vacation leave may be used after 6 months of continuous service.


On December 31st of each year, employees may carry over a portion of accrued leave, dependent on their years of service.


Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued vacation if they have completed six months of continuous service.


APPOINTED LEAVE : At the start of each calendar year (January 1st), appointed employees receive 3 appointed leave days. Employees must use these days by December 31 of the calendar year or they will be forfeited. Employees must have completed 6 months of continuous service to be eligible to use appointed leave. Appointed leave must be taken as full days, and has no cash-out value.


BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Employees may take bereavement leave for members of their immediate family. This leave can be deducted from any available accrued leave.


BONUS LEAVE : If an employee uses 3 days or less of sick leave, (including Family Leave), within an employment year, (the year beginning with the date of hire), s/he will receive 3 shifts of bonus leave. The shifts will be based on his/her regular work schedule at the time of accrual. There is no maximum accrual amount. Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued bonus leave.


HOLIDAYS : Employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. If the holiday falls on a regular day off, the employee will receive one shift of vacation leave accrual. If an appointed employee leaves the Department before the completion of 6 months of service, s/he will receive payment for any unused vacation that was accrued on the holiday during their regular day off.


SICK LEAVE : Employees begin accruing sick leave immediately at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (104 hours per year), with no accrual limit. Sick leave may be used as it is accrued. Employees must have 15 years of continuous service before being eligible to receive a portion of their sick leave balance upon separation from the Department.


BENEFITS

HEALTH/VISION/DENTAL INSURANCE : Employees are eligible for benefits on the first month after 15 calendar days of employment. LVMPD pays 100% of the employee's coverage and a portion of family coverage. Deductions are on a pre-tax basis. The plan includes coverage for major medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death.


EMPLOYEE WELLNESS: Free access to services provided by the LVMPD Wellness Bureau.


RETIREMENT : Employees are members of the State of Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees are vested upon completion of 5 years in the retirement system.


SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE AND CAFETERIA PLANS : Various plans are available to employees, such as:

• Deferred Compensation (457b):Employees may elect to make pre-tax and/or contributions of their income into an approved deferred compensation qualified plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Employees may elect to make pre-tax contributions to a flexible spending account, to be used for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent day care expenses.
• Supplemental Insurance:Supplemental insurance policies are also available, such as short term disability, cancer insurance, and accident insurance.Deductions for these policies are made on an after tax basis.
• LVMPD Group Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and In Line of Duty Death recompense at $25,000 each

01


AGE (CIVILIAN): Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02


CITIZENSHIP (CIVILIAN): Are you a US citizen, or will you be a US citizen through naturalization or permanent resident alien of the United States without conditions on status by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

• Yes
• No

03


EXPERIENCE: Do you have two years of experience in public safety mental health to include crisis intervention and debriefs, with proven first responder cultural competency?

• Yes
• No

04


CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: Do you possess a valid license under Title 54, Chapter 641A.231 or 641B.240 of NRS?

• Yes
• No

05


LICENSE: Are you a licensed mental health professional?

• Yes
• No

06


COMPLETE APPLICATION: Do you understand that you must attach a copy of your professional license, curriculum vitae, and letter of interest?

• Yes, I have attached my professional license, curriculum vitae, and letter of interest
• No, I did not attach the required items

07


LICENSE: If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please list your license number, state where your license was issued, and license expiration date. If you answered "No" to the question above, please enter "N/A".
08


BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

09


BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

10


BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of 2 or more Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges?

• Yes
• No

11


BACKGROUND: Have you ever had a warrant issued for your arrest? (Check the most recent.)

• Currently
• Not currently, but within the last 5 years
• Not currently, but more than 5 years ago
• Never

12


BACKGROUND: I acknowledge that LVMPD does not allow the use of THC/marijuana products, and any use of those products after the date of this application could be a disqualifier for employment.

• Yes
• No

13


BACKGROUND: When was the last time you used any of the following substances: cocaine, ecstasy (MDMA, molly), opiates without a prescription (opium, morphine, hydrocodone, oxycodone, codeine, fentanyl, etc.), nonprescription steroids, heroin, meth, inhalants (glue, paint, gasoline, nitrous oxide/whippets, etc.), bath salts, spice, psilocybin mushrooms, LSD or PCP.

• Never
• Within the last year
• Between 1 and 2 years ago
• Between 2 and 3 years ago
• Between 3 and 5 years ago
• Greater than 5 years ago

14


BACKGROUND: Are you currently behind on child support?

• Yes
• No
• I am not legally obligated to pay child support.

15


BACKGROUND: How many at-fault accidents or moving violations have you been cited for in the past 3 years?

• 0 - 1
• 2 - 3
• 4 - 5
• 6 or more

16


PERSONAL APPEARANCE: If you possess gauged earlobes or any body piercings (excluding earlobe earrings) anywhere that cannot be covered by a uniform or work attire, do you agree to have them removed and/or corrected prior to your background interview?

• Yes
• No
• I do not have gauges or body piercings.

17


PERSONAL APPEARANCE: Do you currently possess tattoos or brandings on any of the following places: head, upper neck, hand, fingers (other than in place of a single ¼' ring), or anywhere else that cannot be covered by a uniform or work attire? (If yes, you are currently ineligible for employment with the LVMPD. If you choose to have them removed, it typically takes 12-18 months for proper removal.)

• Yes
• No

18


DEPARTMENT STATUS: Are you a current LVMPD employee, either full-time or part-time?

• Yes
• No

19


DEPARTMENT STATUS: (If not a current employee, please answer "N/A") If you are a current LVMPD employee, are you aware you will be subject to a full background investigation? This investigation may include a polygraph and psychological evaluation. In the event it is determined that you are or have been untruthful (in this background investigation or any previous background investigation) or have otherwise been found to have engaged in other misconduct, you may be subject to discipline up to termination (If not a current employee, please answer "N/A")?

• Yes
• No
• N/A

20


CONDITIONS (OPEN COMPETITIVE): I hereby acknowledge the condition(s) of employment for this position as stated in this job posting, as well as the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and General Conditions of Employment available on this site, and if selected, I will accept the position offer subject to these condition(s). I also understand I will be disqualified from the selection process for violating any of these conditions.

• Yes
• No

21


ATTESTATION: I attest that the information contained in these Supplemental Questions is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any inaccurate information will be grounds for immediate disqualification from the selection process.

• Yes
• No

22


Cheating includes, but is not limited to, receiving or providing answers or test questions to another candidate/employee, sharing confidential information regarding a testing process or elements of a test, and/or falsifying or omitting information on an application or any element used for evaluation for employment/promotion. Do you understand that if you are discovered cheating during this process, you will be disqualified from this and any other employment opportunities with the LVMPD, and that if you are a current employee of the LVMPD, you will be terminated?

• Yes, I understand
• No, I do not understand

23


RECRUITING: (This question is for statistical purposes only.) How did you FIRST learn of this employment opportunity?

• Advertisement
• LVMPD Recruiting Team
• Department Employee
• Friend or Relative
• Job Fair

Required Question