NEOGOV · 15 hours ago
Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist/ Clinician /Sr. Clinician
Lake County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$5,090.80/mo - $7,921.33/mo
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist/Clinician/Sr. Clinician to provide a full range of rehabilitative mental health services and targeted case management services to clients of the Mental Health Department. The role involves crisis intervention, assessments, counseling, and collaboration with community agencies and staff.
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Responsibilities
Conducts telephone or in person interviews with individuals, families, and groups in clinic, home, and community settings to develop client centered service plans
Travel to various work locations to provide services may be necessary, as well as travel for participation in meetings, conferences, planning sessions, or events, both locally and outside the county
Interviews persons requesting outpatient mental health services
Prioritizes service requests according to standard triage criteria
Provides initial assessment, including provisional diagnoses and treatment plan, for assigned health clients
Works with individuals, families, and groups to develop client centered service plans
Assists clients with understanding their problems and developing plans to resolve them
Provides individual, and group therapy for children and/or adults
Advises clients on available community resources and serves as a liaison with organizations and service agencies
Monitors daily progress of persons being treated in psychiatric hospitals to verify receipt of appropriate treatment
Develops recommendations for discharge and follow-up treatment planning for clients and their families including making appropriate referrals and other arrangements for client treatment
Works with clients’ families to secure their cooperation in treatment programs
Evaluates data and consults with other agencies as necessary to ensure that treatment services are available and adequate
Provides background information as needed to physicians involved in client treatment
Provides outreach services to clients unable to travel to mental health facilities
May provide transportation if necessary
Evaluates persons presented as psychiatric emergencies at Department clinics, hospital emergency rooms, law enforcement incidents, jails, and other appropriate community locations
May authorize detention of clients for further evaluation and treatment as provided by State Code 5150
Contacts staff of designated 5150 facilities to obtain admission authorization per Code requirements
Participates in coordination of services with the Office of County Counsel and the Public Guardian, related to LPS conservatorship administration
Prepares and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding services provided
Serves as a liaison with community organizations regarding continuing care services, providing information regarding policies and procedures utilized in the treatment of adults and children
May develop, conduct, and participate in training programs including the teaching of diagnosis and treatment methods for other Department and community agency staffs
Serves as a consultant for other behavioral health personnel
Cooperates with professionals from other disciplines in the development of team and collaborative diagnoses and treatment programs
May provide some direction and training for paraprofessional staff
Qualification
Required
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license
Bachelor's degree in psychology, social welfare, social work or related field with 2 years of experience in a community mental health setting or related experience
A minimum of 5 years experience providing mental health services in a community mental health setting
Possession of current California registration as Associate Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor Intern or Clinical Counselor
Possession of a PhD in Psychology and eligibility for Mental Health professional licensing waiver under Welfare and Institution Code Section 5751.2 (d)
Possession of out-of-state licensure as a Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counselor and eligibility for Mental Health professional licensing waiver under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2 (e)
Two (2) years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency at the level equivalent to a Behavioral Health Clinical Specialist in the County of Lake
Equivalent to a Master's degree in psychology, social work, marriage and family counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university which provides the educational basis for licensing to provide psychotherapy in the State of California
Possession of a valid California license as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage, Family and Child Counselor or Clinical Psychologist
Two (2) years of professional experience working in mental health counseling, psychotherapy, and related social services in a public or certified private welfare or health agency at the level equivalent to a Mental Health Specialist in the County of Lake
Benefits
RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).
HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents.
VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.
VACATION – 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years.
SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year.
HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year.
SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.
CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE – SDI is available to some County employees.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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