Behavioral Health Office Assistant

Salary: $3,490.00 - $3,844.00 Monthly
Location : County of Imperial, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202603023
Department: Behavioral Health
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of complex, responsible and specialized clerical duties in a behavioral health office or clinic.
Behavioral Health Office Assistant is a single level classification within Behavioral Health Services. Incumbents perform complex and responsible clerical duties in a behavioral health setting, involving the operation of computer terminals, word processing and transcription equipment. Incumbents may be the sole clerical support in an assigned behavioral health office, clinic or unit, and may provide complex, specialized clerical support in an assigned program. This classification is distinguished from the Office Assistant series in that incumbents of the Behavioral Health Office Assistant classification work exclusively in a behavioral health setting, serving behavioral health individuals who may display diverse and challenging behaviors as they navigate the behavioral health system.

Education and Experience/ Licenses and Other Requirements
Any combination equivalent to two years general clerical experience.
Some positions in this classification may be required to possess a valid California Driver's License.

Supplemental Information
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.


This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.


The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

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