Mental Health Counselor

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Mental Health Counselor

Salary

$107,411.20 - $130,582.40 Annually

Location

Reno Police Department, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

598326

Department

Police

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

6/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team who strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST) Mental Health Counselor provides critical, field-based mental health services in partnership with sworn Reno Police Department officers, responding to behavioral health crises throughout the community. This role delivers on-scene crisis intervention, clinical assessment, Mental Health Crisis Hold (MHCH) evaluations, and short-term case management in settings such as homes, public spaces, shelters, and other community locations, with a focus on safety, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care. The ideal candidate is a licensed clinician who thrives in dynamic environments, exercises sound independent clinical judgment, collaborates effectively with law enforcement and community partners, and is committed to reducing repeat crisis events through compassionate, trauma-informed intervention and follow-up.

This position is part of a behavioral health response program that operates seven days a week . Assigned shifts may include day shift, swing shift, or a combination of both, with schedules coordinated among multiple clinicians to provide consistent coverage. Work hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on program needs.

This position is governed by the Reno Administrative Professional Group (RAPG) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Work schedules, compensation, leave, and other terms and conditions of employment are subject to the applicable provisions of the agreement and City policy.

We currently have one vacancy in the Reno Police Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

This is an open competitive opportunity for all qualified applicants.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Provide on-scene crisis intervention, safety planning, and clinical support through coordinated response with Reno Police Department officers, utilizing both co-response and independent self-deployment models as operationally required.

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including Mental Health Crisis Hold (MHCH) evaluations.

• Perform field-based outreach, home visits, and “Person in Crisis” welfare checks.

• Provide intensive case management, including monitoring medication compliance, treatment adherence, and ongoing stability.

• Conduct consistent follow-up contacts with previously engaged individuals to support ongoing treatment, assess changing needs, and reduce repeated crisis events.

• Adjust case plans and response strategies based on clinical assessment and client progress.

• Collaborate with hospitals, crisis centers, behavioral health agencies, social services, homeless shelters, and community providers to coordinate care.

• Provide education to department personnel and community partners regarding mental illness, crisis response, and available resources.

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with local agencies and service providers to support individuals experiencing mental health crises.

• Provide updates, follow-up information, and case coordination to referring officers and partner agencies when appropriate.

• Attend required meetings, case staffing, training, and calls for service as assigned.

• Evaluate community resources and providers for effectiveness and appropriateness for MOST clients.

• Prepare HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation, including assessments, interventions, follow-up plans, and outcome summaries.

• Maintain accurate clinical records and program data for evaluation and reporting.

• Work closely with the MOST Supervisor, seeking guidance and direction for all programmatic and clinical matters, while following direction from the partnered officer regarding scene safety and operational procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Education:

A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience performing clinical case work.

Licenses:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Must possess licensure in the State of Nevada to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), A Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC). Licensure must be a practitioner, not as an intern.

*Equivalent licensure in another state that would qualify for licensure by endorsement as a LCSW, MFT, or CPC in the State of Nevada may be considered. Candidates must obtain their licensure by endorsement in Nevada within one year of hire.

Requirements of the Position:

Must successfully complete a background investigation meeting the standards required for non-sworn field personnel assigned to the Police Department, which may include fingerprinting, criminal history review, and other suitability assessments necessary for access to Police Department facilities and systems, as a condition of continued employment.

Supplemental Information

To Apply:

Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at by June 28, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Examination Process:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments which includes a Emotional Intelligence Assessment and an Employee Personality Profile; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows.

Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 100%

Emotional Intelligence Assessment = Informational purposes only

Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only

Online Assessment Details:

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.

The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on June 28, 2026.Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity.All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

Notification:

Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven’t opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you’ve previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your governmentjobs.com profile .

Testing Accommodation:

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing theAccommodation Request Form ( by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):

In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

• City of Reno classified employees who are veterans

• City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans

• City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points: Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):

Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.

Appointment and Certification:

Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Questions and Updates:

Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io .

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.

Please use thisHealth and Welfare Benefit Link ( to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist us in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as outlined on the job posting.

Things to consider before you proceed:

•Resumes are not reviewed or considered in the evaluation process.

• All of your relevant experience must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.

• Unlike a resume which summarizes duties,your application should include detailed descriptions of your job responsibilities, tasks performed, and scope of work.

• Complete information assists us to accurately evaluate your qualifications, training, and experience.

• List multiple positions with a single employer separately within the work experience section.

•Failure to attach copies of required certifications, licenses, and/or proof of education beyond high school may result in disqualification during the minimum qualifications review.Proof of high school diploma does not need to be submitted.

• Information provided in your application may be verified.

By checking below, you confirm your application contains accurate, complete and truthful information. Any evidence of falsification or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from the recruitment process in accordance with Civil Service Rules.

• I confirm

02

Applicants will be automatically disqualified from the background investigation process if any of the following apply:

• Any history of intravenous (IV) drug use

• Possession, use, or consumption of any illegal drugs within the past 36 months

• Any use of marijuana after submitting an application to the Reno Police Department

Drug use that does not meet the criteria for automatic disqualification may still be reviewed as part of the background investigation. All such instances will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

By selecting “I understand,” you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to the conditions outlined above.

• I understand.

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

04

Which of the following best describes your highest level of qualifying education?

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or psychology.

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a closely related field.

• None of the above

05

Only answer this question if your course work is in another closely related field to this position.

How has your course work prepared you to perform the work of this position?

06

Education Documentation Requirements:

In order for education beyond high school to be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications and/or credited as part of the assessment process, you must attach supporting documentation to your application.

Important Guidance:

• Transcripts (official or unofficial) are highly recommended and preferred as they provide detailed information about coursework and area of study.

• A diploma may be accepted; however, diplomas alone may not provide sufficient detail to determine if your education is directly related to the minimum qualifications (such as not having a major listed, or being in a non-related field).

Applications submitted without documentation will be evaluated without consideration of education. If minimum qualifications cannot be met through work experience alone, the application may be rejected.

Have you attached transcripts or other verifiable education documentation?

• I have attached transcripts and/or diploma(s)

• I have not attached documentation. I understand that my education beyond high school will not be considered and my application may be rejected if minimum qualifications are not met through work experience alone

• I have not attached documentation. I understand that my education will not be evaluated or used in determining whether I meet the minimum qualifications

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Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?

• I have less than two years of work experience performing clinical case work.

• I have two years or more of work experience performing clinical case work.

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Provide a list of employers where you gained your qualifying paid work experience from the work experience section of your application. Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in the position (full-time equivalent), the work you performed and your level of responsibility.

This information must be provided in order to continue in the screening process,"See Resume" or "See Application" as a response may be grounds for disqualification.

09

Select all of the following licenses you currently possess.You must attach proof of licensure in order to be considered.

• Nevada State Licensed Clinical Social Worker

• Nevada State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

• Nevada State Clinical Professional Counselor

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker in another state

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in another state

• Clinical Professional Counselor / Mental Health Counselor or equivalent licensed in another state

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Select all of the following certifications or licenses that you currently possess. You must attach proof of the certificate or license in order to receive credit.

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

• CASAT certification

• EMDR certification

• Somatic therapy certification

• Exposure therapy certification

• Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy certification

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City of Reno

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