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County of El Dorado Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe in Placerville, California
Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe
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Mental Health Worker I/II - Placerville and South Lake Tahoe
Salary
$44,096.00 - $59,467.20 Annually
Location
Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type
Full Time, Part Time, and Extra Help
Job Number
2502-8631/8632
Department
Health and Human Services Agency
Opening Date
02/26/2025
Closing Date
3/12/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency (https://edcgov.us/Government/HHSA) is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION
The Health and Human Services Agency’s Behavioral Health Division (https://edcgov.us/Government/MentalHealth) is committed to the physical and mental health of the residents of El Dorado County. They provide a wide variety of services to the community, including mental health 24 hour crisis services, adult and children’s services, Substance Use Disorder Services, Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) programs, mental health first aid training, and much more!
THE OPPORTUNITY
Use your knowledge and skills to assist your community! Under the direction of a health professional, you will have the opportunity to provide services to mental health clients in an inpatient facility or in day treatment and/or independent living situations.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
Monitor in- and out-patient treatment stages to ensure movement to the community level for individual clients, (i.e., psychiatric facility, protective living, outpatient care, independent living).
Provide client advocacy and leadership for the integration and mobilization of community resources and community organization efforts to improve community services for the mentally handicapped.
Develop community re-entry plans for mental health patients; organize and develop family support groups for the relatives of patients.
Confer with medical, mental health, and inter-agency staff regarding client needs and ways of improving staff's ability to impact on clients; confer with board and care staff regarding the suitability of client placement.
Monitor client vital signs in an inpatient facility; participate in and lead various group activities such as exercise and art.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/851303?keywords=mental%20health%20worker&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us
Education and Experience:
Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement
Mental Health Worker I:
Experience:
Two years of experience in a mental health or related setting. College level course work in psychology or a related subject may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year for year basis.
Mental Health Worker II:
Experience:
In addition to the above, two years of experience in providing direct client care and treatment in a mental health or related setting.
Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid driver's license. Specified positions may require a Class B driver's license.
Click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/851303?keywords=mental%20health%20worker&pagetype=classSpecifications) to view the minimum qualifications for Mental Health Worker I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at rachel.wallick@edcgov.us.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/Pages/recruitment.aspx) .
A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process (pass/fail) ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.
Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Mental Health Worker I/II. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full and part time vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
Three (3) full-time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in Placerville, CA
Two (2) full-time vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA
One (1) part-time vacancy in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA. This particular vacancy is for 20 HRS/Week.
Two (2) extra-help vacancies in the Health and Human Services, Behavioral Health Division, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
Click here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/faq) for Frequently Asked Questions.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
50 miles from Sacramento Airport
129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
Skiing and Snowboarding
Live Music and Music Festivals
Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
El Dorado County Fair
Placerville Speedway
Farm to Fork Restaurants
Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.
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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
County sponsored Wellness program
Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:
CalPERS Retirement
Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accruals
Personal and bereavement leave
Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here (https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov/County-Government/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits) .
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
I acknowledge receipt of this information
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Describe your experience providing services to someone with severe mental illness. Include in your response what type of setting you worked in, what therapeutic models and interventions were used and what services you provided. Provide the name(s) of the employer(s) where this experience was gained and the dates of employment.
03
Describe your experience working in a Full-Service Partnership or other comprehensive case management program. Please provide examples of rehabilitation skills and client-centered interventions that were used. Provide the name(s) of the employer(s) where this experience was gained and the dates of employment.
04
Describe your experience assisting clients with accessing community resources. Include what steps you have taken to learn what resources are available to clients in the community. Provide the name(s) the employer(s) where this experience was gained, and the dates of employment.
05
Please select your desired work location. You will only be referred to the openings in the desired location.
Placerville
South Lake Tahoe
Both locations
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Two vacancies in this listing are for Extra Help only and are expected to work less than 28 hours per week and a maximum of 960 hours a year. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is recurrent depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees do not attain civil service status and are not eligible to County health benefits or special pays. Are you willing to accept employment as Extra Help?
Yes
No
07
One vacancy in this listing is for Part-time only and is expected to work 20 hours per week. Are you willing to accept employment as Part-time employment?
Yes
No
Required Question