Behavioral Health Therapist

THE POSITION

Our Behavioral Health Therapists provide the following support to community members:

• Outreach, engagement and assessment services for children in our office based clinic, in the field, and in community settings
• Responsible for conducting clinical intake assessments, diagnosing, and providing short-term therapeutic interventions if necessary while clients are referred to the appropriate services.
• Crisis intervention, case management, and documentation of services
• Screening potential clients on a call in and walk in basis
• Psychotherapy
• Building and maintaining working relationships with community partners

Through the services of its departments, Nevada County's Health & Human Services Agency develops and implements programs that fulfill the County’s commitment to provide support to our residents. We are recruiting to fill several positions for Behavioral Health Therapists in a variety of capacities. $1,000 - $5,000 NEW HIRE BONUS and RELOCATION ALLOWANCE AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
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Services are provided in consultation with the clinical team and regional partners and outside agencies. Individuals who show patience, understanding, and caring in their dealings with others are highly valued. Other relevant personal traits include social skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to manage time effectively. The work is collaborative and may involve creative problem solving. We seek to hire individuals who are caring and bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefit package including sick time, vacation/leave, 11 standard and 3 floating holidays each year
• CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Complementary and voluntary life insurance plans
• Flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care account (DCA)
• Deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility
• Flexible schedules and telework options depending on program needs
• Benefit eligibility based on regular or temporary employee status

THE COMMUNITY/COUNTY

Nevada County is a region with a peaceful lifestyle, located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It offers outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and cultural scene, and a diverse economy in technology, health, and tourism. The County values its employees and supports work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

Read the full job description to learn more and to determine which levels you qualify for.