Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe

Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe

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Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe

Salary

$46,779.20 - $63,086.40 Annually

Location

Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2605-8631/8632

Department

Health and Human Services Agency

Division

Behavioral Health

Opening Date

05/29/2026

Closing Date

6/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency ( is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

The Health and Human Services Agency’s Behavioral Health Division ( is committed to the physical and mental health of the residents of El Dorado County. They provide a wide variety of services to the community, including mental health 24 hour crisis services, adult and children’s services, Substance Use Disorder Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) programs, mental health first aid training, and much more!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Use your knowledge and skills to assist your community! Under the direction of a health professional, you will have the opportunity to provide services to mental health clients in an inpatient facility or in day treatment and/or independent living situations.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Monitor in- and out-patient treatment stages to ensure movement to the com­munity level for individual clients, (i.e., psychiatric facility, protec­tive living, outpatient care, independent living).

• Provide client advocacy and leadership for the integration and mobiliza­tion of community resources and community organization efforts to improve community services for the mentally handicapped.

• Develop community re-entry plans for mental health patients; organize and develop family support groups for the relatives of patients.

• Confer with medical, mental health, and inter-agency staff regarding client needs and ways of improving staff's ability to impact on clients; confer with board and care staff regarding the suitability of client placement.

• Monitor client vital signs in an inpatient facility; participate in and lead various group activities such as exercise and art.

  For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here ( .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io

Education and Experience:

Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement

Mental Health Worker I:

Experience:

Two years of experience in a mental health or related setting. College level course work in psychology or a related subject may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year for year basis.

Mental Health Worker II:

Experience:

In addition to the above, two years of experience in providing direct client care and treatment in a mental health or related setting.

Other Requirements:

Must possess a valid driver's license. Specified positions may require a Class B driver's license.

Click here ( to view the minimum qualifications for Mental Health Worker I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here ( .

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Mental Health Worker I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full and part time vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• Five (5) full-time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in Placerville, CA

• Two (2) full-time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA

Click here ( for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento

• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport

• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports

• Skiing and Snowboarding

• Live Music and Music Festivals

• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries

• El Dorado County Fair

• Placerville Speedway

• Farm to Fork Restaurants

• Local Shopping Gems

Employees who are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE!

The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Learn more:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation (

• Right to Work

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Basic Life Insurance

• Long Term Disability (LTD)

• County sponsored Wellness program

• Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays

• Floating Holidays

• Vacation and sick leave accruals

• Personal and bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here ( .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

• I acknowledge receipt of this information

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Describe your experience providing services to someone with severe mental illness. Include in your response what type of setting you worked in, what therapeutic models and interventions were used and what services you provided. Provide the name(s) of the employer(s) where this experience was gained and the dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N/A

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Describe your experience working in a Full-Service Partnership or other comprehensive case management program. Please provide examples of rehabilitation skills and client-centered interventions that were used. Provide the name(s) of the employer(s) where this experience was gained and the dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N/A

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Describe your experience assisting clients with accessing community resources. Include what steps you have taken to learn what resources are available to clients in the community. Provide the name(s) the employer(s) where this experience was gained, and the dates of employment. If you do not have this experience type N/A

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What is your understanding of trauma-informed care principles? How would you apply these principles when working with clients who may have experienced trauma? If you have experience in this area, please describe your role, the setting, and how trauma considerations influenced your approach to case management or group facilitation. If you do not have direct experience, describe how you would approach learning and applying these principles in your work.

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This position requires the use of AVATAR, an electronic health record system. Please describe your experience with AVATAR or a similar system. If you have no experience, please indicate your comfort level with learning new software and rate your proficiency using the following scale:

• Expert – highly proficient and have trained or guided others

• Advanced – proficient and require no additional training

• Intermediate – experienced but may need some training

• Beginner – basic experience, will need training or guidance

• No experience – willing to learn

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One or more of the current vacancies are located in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Are you willing to accept a position in South Lake Tahoe, CA.?

• Yes

• No

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