Licensed Clinical Therapist II - Innovative Remote Onsite Delivery (InnROADs)*

SAN-Bernardino-Count; California; Remote; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage differential for supervision

Excellent benefits

Modified Benefits Option (MBO)

Job summary

San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for Licensed Clinical Therapists II - InnROADs.

InnROADs provides field-based services to individuals with untreated mental illness and homelessness. This program emphasizes clinical supervision and administrative support.

The position offers an hourly base rate of $46.30 with an additional $1.00 per hour when supervising, plus excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in California as LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC.
• One year post-licensed clinical experience in behavioral health.
• License must be active and in good standing.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision to staff.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision to pre-licensed staff.
• Administrative support to Mental Health Clinic Supervisor.
• Field-based outreach and engagement services.
• Coordinate services with multiple county departments.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

California license: LMFT/LCSW/LPCC

Job description

$46.30 Starting Base Hourly Rate (Step 7) for New and Existing Employees!

Earn an ADDITIONAL $1.00 per hour above your base hourly rate while providing clinical supervision!

Are you interested in using your clinical and administrative skills to make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents?

Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents of San Bernardino County.

The San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Licensed Clinical Therapists II - Innovative Remote Onsite Delivery (InnROADs).

Official Title: Clinical Therapist II

InnROADs is a voluntary, client-centered outreach and engagement program that provides field-based services to individuals with untreated mental illness and who are experiencing homelessness. This Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) funded program consists of multidisciplinary/interdepartmental collaboration between the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), Department of Public Health (DPH), and the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department (SBCSD). The InnROADs program is an intensive, field-based engagement model that meets with individuals experiencing homelessness at their location, coordinating mental health services as needed. These Licensed Clinical Therapist II positions provide clinical oversight and supervision to pre-licensed and certified staff that are field-based, as well as administrative support to the Mental Health Clinic Supervisor.

Hear from current therapists about their experiences with the Homeless and Supportive Services Team below!

The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service, integrity, accountability, and trust. DBH is a unique County Department comprised of eight (8) direct service areas: Community Outpatient and Transitional Age Youth Services; Youth Collaborative and Justice Involved Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24 Hour and Specialty Services; Adult Justice Involved and Diversion Services; Medical Services; Community Engagement and Equity Services; Office of Patients' Rights and five (5) indirect service areas: Administrative and Fiscal Services; Public Relations and Outreach Services; Program Support Services; Disaster and Safety Unit; and the Office of Compliance. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1500 positions and an approximate $800 million-dollar annual budget.

Follow this link to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health.

Follow this link to learn more about San Bernardino County.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

To review job-specific benefits, please refer to the Summary of Benefits and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.

Clinical Supervision Differential: Clinical therapists currently providing clinical supervision to Pre-Licensed Clinical Therapists or Pre-Licensed Psychologists are eligible for additional compensation.

Shifts: Some programs offer 24-hour services; some assignments may require employees to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required depending on assignment. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate is available). A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

License: Must be licensed in the State of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). A copy of license is required upon appointment. Licensure must be active, unrestricted, and in good standing.

Experience: One (1) year, within the last five (5) years, of direct service post-license experience as a licensed therapist in a behavioral health or social service setting.

A note: Application must clearly distinguish between pre-licensed and post-licensed experience.

Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills is required to receive additional compensation.

The following experience is highly desirable:

• Possesses knowledge of clinical supervisor requirements
• Has completed a minimum of fifteen (15) contact hours in supervision training
• Two (2) or more years of experience providing clinical supervision to Registered Associate MFTs, Registered Associate PCCs, or Registered Associate CSWs or pre-degree clinical interns within the last five (5) years
• One (1) or more years of experience providing clinical or administrative supervision over clinical interns and/or trainees
• Experience in a behavioral health or social service setting in a leadership role either managing a special assignment or providing occasional supervisory coverage
• Interagency collaboration experience
• Education and/or training experience

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• Calm under pressure
• Sound critical thinking skills
• Customer service orientation
• Great communication skills
• Friendly disposition
• Interest in an active work environment
• Desire to learn and develop new skills

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.