Mental Health Clinician II

Austin Community College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 71,011 - 90,630; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in California seeks a Mental Health Clinician II to provide clinical support within the Quality Management Program. Responsibilities include case management, coordination of treatments, and overseeing compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a valid California license and experience in mental health services. This position is non-clinical and entails various administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Possession of knowledge pertinent to mental health services.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt in a non-clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform case management for adults or children.
• Prepare social case histories and coordinate with team members.
• Maintain documentation of rehabilitative services.

Skills

Knowledge of biopsychosocial rehabilitation

Ability to apply diagnostic principles

Ability to establish cooperative relationships

Effective communication skills

Education

Valid license through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners

Job description

Mental Health Clinician II – Utilization Management & Quality Assurance Unit

Shasta County, Health and Human Services Agency – Administration Branch.

Job Location: Shasta County, and the Administration Branch of the Health and Human Services Agency.

Salary: $6,363 - $8,121 approximated monthly* / $36.71 - $46.85 approximated hourly* (as of November 04, 2025).

Oral Exam Intermittently Scheduled for November 2025.

About the Department

The Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) partners with the community to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of Shasta County residents. HHSA is organized into four branches: Behavioral Health & Social Services, Public Health, Economic Mobility, and a centralized Administration Services.

About the Position

This non‑clinical role is within the Utilization Management and Quality Assurance Unit under the Quality Management Program. You will provide clinical and administrative support that facilitates high‑quality treatment services for seriously emotionally disturbed adults and children, including chart auditing, service utilization review, medication monitoring, documentation standards, training, Medi‑Cal site certification, and regulatory compliance.

You will interpret federal, state, and local regulations governing these services and communicate standards to clinical staff. All work is performed under general supervision.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This classification is a licensed Mental Health Clinician. Incumbents must be fully trained and licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners and carry a caseload while delivering mental health services.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will work well in a team environment, multitask efficiently, and communicate effectively. Experience with severe mental illness services, utilization review, policy writing, or group trainings is highly desirable.

Examples of Duties

• Perform case management and rehabilitative treatment services for adults or children and develop treatment plans.
• Gather data from clients, families, and community agencies and prepare social case histories.
• Participate in individual and group therapy programs and coordinate with team members.
• Attend staff conferences, team meetings, in‑service training, and continuing education.
• Maintain documentation of biopsychosocial rehabilitative services and client assessments.

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate possession and application of the following:

• Knowledge of: Biopsychosocial rehabilitation; documentation standards of public and private reimbursement systems; and the scope of public and private health, social service, and law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to: Apply diagnostic and treatment planning principles, establish cooperative working relationships, maintain objectivity, and communicate with clients and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a valid license through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.

Special Requirements

• Incumbents are required to maintain appropriate licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.
• Positions may require a valid driver’s license.

Supplemental Questions

• Are you interested in a non‑clinical setting that involves utilization review and quality management duties and does not provide direct clinical services? Yes/No
• Are you currently licensed through the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, as specified in Business and Professional Code? Yes/No
• If yes, please provide your license number and expiration date. If no, please type "N/A".
• I understand this position requires a valid California Driver’s License? Yes/No

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Essential functions include talking or hearing, standing, walking, sitting, and using hands. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth, and focus. Employees may need to lift up to 25 pounds. The work environment is usually moderate in noise level.

Other Considerations

• All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited into a bank account.
• Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Background investigation and criminal history check will be conducted as part of the selection process; results may affect employment offers.
• Conditional offers will be subject to medical examination including drug and alcohol testing.
• Employees are covered under the CalPERS retirement program with various options and contribution rates.
• Disaster workers may be called to respond to emergencies.
• Positions are covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the United Public Employees of California – General Unit.

Application & Selection Procedures

Applications and supplemental responses will be accepted until noon, November 04, 2025. Resumes and cover letters may accompany the application but will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Selected candidates will be invited to an oral and/or written examination. Additional screening, oral interview, or other procedures may be applied based on the number of applicants.

Veterans Credit: Veterans who meet the criteria will receive a credit on a final examination score upon submission of discharge documentation by the deadline.

Applicants should apply online at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.

Disability accommodations are available; requests may be made by the filing deadline. Prompting ADA Coordinator contact details are included.

Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; [phone]