Emergency Mental Health Nurse Counselor (RN)

County-of-Los-Angeles; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health seeks qualified emergency Mental Health Counselor, RN staff to support homelessness initiatives. This experienced-level role provides nursing services, conducts assessments, and coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team.

Under an emergency order, initial appointments may be up to 90 days with potential for permanent County employment; successful candidates join a crisis-responsive, clinical team focused on recovery and community support.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license without limitations.
• Experience in mental health assessment, counseling, and care coordination.
• Eligibility for employment under emergency 90-day period with potential permanent appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health nursing services to individuals and groups in clinical settings.
• Conduct initial assessments, develop care plans, and coordinate services with the multidisciplinary team.
• Administer psychotropic medications and monitor effectiveness and side effects.
• Participate in crisis response and triage as part of the team.
• Document care accurately and adhere to program policies.

Skills

RN experience

Mental health counseling

Education

One year as Assistant Mental Health Counselor, RN

Bachelor's degree in Nursing with psychiatric nursing coursework

Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing with post-graduate experience

Job description

The County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health seeks qualified emergency Mental Health Counselor, RN staff to support homelessness initiatives. This experienced-level role provides nursing services, conducts assessments, and coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team.

Under an emergency order, initial appointments may be up to 90 days with potential for permanent County employment; successful candidates join a crisis-responsive, clinical team focused on recovery and community support.