Clinical Therapist III MHSA FSP Adult IRSC

For questions regarding this position please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Must be currently registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as: Associate Clinical Social Worker an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist or an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor Licensed Clinical Social Worker Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

The Riverside University Health System Behavioral Health Department is currently recruiting for a MHSA FSP Adult IRSC Clinical Therapist I/II position at its Palm Springs location.

The Clinical Therapist I/II for the MHSA FSP Adult IRSC Clinic will provide intensive recovery-oriented services to adults ages 26 to 59 living with Serious Mental Illness. This role includes completing assessments developing treatment plans delivering therapeutic interventions and collaborating closely with a multi-disciplinary team to support client stability and wellness. The position involves both clinic-based responsibilities and field-based outreach to engage and assist clients in the community ensuring individualized comprehensive care.

This recruitment is eligible for a 10% DTR differential that is applied to hours worked. At any time this differential can be removed.

Annual Salary Range : $66386 - $95851

$76470 - $108870

Schedule
4/10 - Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health System Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals including psychiatrists clinicians peer specialists and paraprofessionals RUHS-BH serves over 45000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs including Mental Health Services Substance Use Services and the Public Guardians Office address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health youll join a compassionate innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth collaboration and meaningful impact.

If youre passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!

For more information please visit 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 review Clinical Therapist I job qualifications.
Salary Range: $31.91 - $46.08 Hourly

Click here to review Clinical Therapist II job qualifications.
Salary Range: $36.76 - $52.34 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.

AND

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.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.

Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates issued by the American Heart Association may be required.

Bilingual Testing

The Human Resources Department may coordinate a Bilingual (Spanish) Non-Proctored Assessment which will be required for positions designated as bilingual.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County of Riverside Human Resources Contact:

For more information regarding this position please contact the recruiter Jammie Smith at or . Please allow one-to-two business days for a response to general inquiries.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference and as applicable the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate spouses death certificate a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. 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. For complete details and documentation requirements please review the Veterans Preference Policy C-3 here: 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: Location and Telework
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however telework arrangements are subject to management approval operational needs and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations telework eligibility and residency requirements.

Proof 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).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

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 non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment 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 pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.

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