Clinical Services Technician I/II

Clinical Services Technician I/II

Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Clinical Services Technician I/II. The Clinical Services Technician provides services, intake and input for the development of diagnostic impressions in formulating treatment plans for a diverse patient/client base. This individual ensures a safe, healthy environment that encourages socialization and empowerment. The entry-level position performs under supervision while the experienced, journey-level position performs with much greater independence. The employee will qualify for a promotion to a Clinical Services Technician II after one (1) year of satisfactory performance and completion of assigned training and meeting required competency standards. In this role, CSTs use lived experience to provide recovery-oriented support in ways that professional training alone cannot replicate. Services include engaging individuals in their recovery journey, supporting goal setting, skill development, treatment participation, and self-advocacy. CSTs model effective coping strategies, assist with personal recovery plans, and offer mentorship, education, and connectionhelping bridge individuals from addiction and mental illness toward a culture of recovery. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application deadlines and tentative exam dates:

• Application deadline: April 20, 2026 | Oral Examination: Tentatively, April 27, 2026
• Application deadline: May 11, 2026 | Oral Examination: Tentatively, May 18, 2026
• Application deadline: June 1, 2026 | Oral Examination: Tentatively, June 8, 2026

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The programs Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offers a variety of programs that rely on Clinical Services Technicians (CSTs), including Peer & Family Support, the Stanislaus Recovery Center (SRC), the Behavioral Health Wellness Center, and other BHRS programs. CSTs play a key role in providing clinical support and helping individuals on their recovery journey.

Typical tasks for Clinical Services Technician I/II include:

• Complete intake information on patient/client
• Provide input for the development of diagnostic impressions
• Observe patient/client behavior and respond appropriately to crisis, anxiety, panic or other behavioral and physical states
• Assist in formulating problem/strength lists and treatment plans or formulate the treatment plans under supervision, utilizing age specific considerations
• Encourage patients/clients to participate in social and recreational activities and provide direction
• Physically restrain patients/clients as required
• Serve as a role model for patient/client in the areas of personal hygiene, appearance, and social interaction; and provide guidance to individual clients in recreational or other socializing activities
• Monitor patient status and report findings to the therapy support staff
• Observe and record blood pressure, respiration, temperature, pulse rates, intake/output and signs of withdrawal
• Assist patients with Assisted Daily Living
• Adhere to policies and procedures
• Assist in facilitating groups
• Under direct supervision, participate in limited counseling activities
• Independently lead and/or facilitate groups and individual sessions
• Conduct family interviews and participate in counseling activities
• Under proper supervision may administer and chart medications ordered by the Physician
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications for Clinical Services Technician I/II include:

• Two (2) years of full-time related experience (voluntary or paid) in mental health, substance abuse, or social service agency, providing direct services for patients/clients.
• The equivalent of 15 semester units of college course work from an accredited college in a behavioral science, social science and one (1) year full-time related experience (either voluntary or paid) in a mental health, substance abuse, or social service agency, providing direct services for patients/clients.
• The equivalent of 30 semester units of college course work from an accredited college in a behavioral science, social science, or related field; AND Minimum of one (1) year of experience equivalent to that of a Clinical Services Technician I. Including applicable training requirements and adherence to competency standards.

Application and selection procedures include:

• Application Review and Screening
• Written Examination
• Oral Examination
• Eligible Lists