Behavioral Health Office Technician

County of Imperial; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Imperial is seeking a Behavioral Health Office Technician to provide specialized clerical support within a behavioral health setting. The role requires understanding department policies and offering information to staff, administrators, and the public.

The position emphasizes handling sensitive cases and assisting in coordinating services for behavioral health clients. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of clerical experience.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of responsible clerical experience.

Skills

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of complex and responsible clerical duties requiring knowledge of the policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to an assigned County department, provide specialized assistance and information regarding departmental activities to staff, administrators, the public and others.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Behavioral Health Office Technician is distinguished from Office Technician in that the Behavioral Health Office Technician classification works exclusively in a behavioral health setting, serving behavioral health clients or in direct support of staff providing services to individuals who may display diverse and challenging behaviors as they navigate the behavioral health system.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of responsible clerical experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Some positions in this classification may be required to possess a valid California driver's license and operate a county vehicle to conduct work.

A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation. The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call [phone] or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.

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About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nation's winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.