This listing closes on 3/21/2016 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.
Salary
$58,281.60 – $70,824.00 Annually
Location
City of San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Type
Hourly
Department
Health Agency
Job Number
0316PM-08527-01
Closing date and time
3/21/2016 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana
About the Position
San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Health Services is developing a culturally competent public mental health workforce, which includes clients and family members, sufficient in size, diversity, skills and resources to deliver compassionate, safe, timely and effective mental health services to individuals who are in need and contributes to increased wellness, recovery and resilience for the people in our community.
The Behavioral Health department is currently seeking a full time permanent Veterans Outreach Mental Health Therapist III/IV. This position works specifically with the populations of discharged military personnel and veterans. In this program, the incumbent will provide behavioral health services (outreach, case management, early intervention and treatment.). The incumbent will conduct initial briefings and process with participants at the point of the intervention, and follow-up assessment and treatment
Candidates must possess knowledge and familiarity with treating individuals with post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and co-occuring disorders. This position requires the incumbent to work independently and in accordance with community veteran activity schedules, including evenings and weekends for outreach activities, and follow-up appointments with participants.
For more information about the MHT III, click here.
For more information about the MHT IV, click here.
NOTE: Applicants must be licensed LMFT, LCSW, LPCC or Registered ASW, MFT-Intern or PCC Intern.
The Ideal candidate
While a veteran, or veteran’s family member is preferred, the Therapist position will be best filled by an engaging practitioner with strong outreach skills and knowledge of veteran culture and local resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
Mental Health Therapist III: Either A: A two-year Masters Degree from an accredited institution in social work or other mental health related program and no experience; Or B:A one-year Masters Degree from an accredited institution in a mental health related field and two years of experience in a mental health setting; Or C: Five years of professional mental health therapy experience.
Mental Health Therapist IV: Either A: A Ph.D. in a mental health related field; Or B: Four years of experience as a Mental Health Therapist III or an equivalent position.
How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click “apply” at the top of this page.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
www.slocounty.ca.gov.
Supplemental Information
Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Agency
County of San Luis Obispo
Phone
805-781-5959
Website
http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/
Address
1055 Monterey Street
Suite D-250
San Luis Obispo, California, 93408