Behavioral Health Clinician I - Correctional Health Services

OCERS; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for dedicated Behavioral Health Clinicians to make a significant impact within the correctional health services. This role involves conducting thorough mental health evaluations, providing individual and group interventions, and developing tailored service plans for clients. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate re-entry plans and ensure clients receive the necessary support. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to contribute to a meaningful cause, this opportunity offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals in need.

Benefits

Bilingual pay

Night Shift Differential pay

Jail Supplement pay

Call-Back pay

Qualifications

• Experience with severely mentally ill population preferred.
• Understanding of HIPAA and discharge planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and drug screenings.
• Develop individualized service plans based on client needs.
• Collaborate with Behavioral Health Services and stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Valid ACSW, APCC, or AMFT number

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I
Correctional Health Services
(Formerly Clinical Social Worker/Marriage Family Therapist I)

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increase

Please note: A valid Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) number issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) is required to be placed on the eligible list. If you have applied for your BBS certificate but do not possess such by the date of application, you are required to provide proof of your BBS certificate application at the time of application submission. Those without possession of a valid ACSW, APCC, or AMFT, or proof of application for a BBS certificate will be disqualified from the recruitment.

Salary: Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

Premium Pay

In addition to the hourly salary, eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the items listed below:

• Bilingual pay: Qualified employees who meet the criteria shall receive an additional $0.90 per hour for all hours paid.
• Night Shift Differential pay: Employees assigned to a night shift shall be paid a night shift differential for each hour actually worked on the assigned night shift.
• Jail Supplement pay: An employee in this classification who is permanently assigned to the Central Jail/Intake/Release Center shall receive an additional $1.50 per hour for all paid hours.
• Call-Back pay: An employee in this classification who returns to work because of an agency/department request shall be eligible for Call-Back pay.

Other Additional Premium Pays

This recruitment is open to the public.

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Behavioral Health Clinician I positions within the Health Care Agency, Correctional Health Services.

HEALTH CARE AGENCY
The County of Orange, Health Care Agency (HCA) is dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes optimal health.

ADULT CORRECTIONAL HEALTH SERVICES
The Correctional Health Services program provides medical, dental, nursing, and mental health services to all adult inmates in the County's correctional facilities.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
The County of Orange is seeking qualified Behavioral Health Clinicians to perform extensive case management and discharge planning with the incarcerated population.

Responsibilities:

• Performing Psychosocial Mental Health evaluations and Drug Screenings.
• Providing individual and group interventions utilizing evidence-based practices.
• Planning and coordinating the re-entry plan with the client.
• Developing individualized service plans based on clients’ needs.
• Facilitating connections with family and support systems.
• Collaborating with Behavioral Health Services Agencies and other stakeholders.
• Other work as assigned.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate should demonstrate sound judgment, good decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with the severely mentally ill population and case management experience is preferred.

Technical Knowledge:

• Understanding and applying HIPAA.
• Discharge planning and linking mentally ill clients to community resources.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Microsoft Office.
• CPR certification by date of appointment.

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:

• Analyzing factors contributing to overall health problems.
• Assessing and evaluating client's presenting symptoms rapidly.

Communication:

• Preparing written materials professionally.
• Ability to de-escalate hostile clients.

Collaboration:

• Engaging clients in discharge planning.
• Participating in multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Special Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must NOT have felony convictions or be on any form of probation.
• Must be able to pass and maintain background investigation.
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, or night shifts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To meet minimum qualifications, applicants must have completed required education and experience as specified.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. Candidates will receive notification via e-mail of further procedures.

Veterans Employment Preference:
The County is committed to providing preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses.

Eligible List:
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates.

NOTE: For detailed information on how to apply, click here.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Gazala Yerunkar at [phone] or [e-mail].
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.