Conditional
employment offers are based on successful completion of any preappointment
background investigation, drug testing, and medical/psychological evaluation.
ABOUT THE POSITION: San Luis Obispo County is recruiting Marriage
and Family Therapist Interns and Associate Social Workers as part of our
Workforce Education and Training program in the Behavioral Health Department of
the Health Agency. Only pre-licensed,
registered MFTI and ASW applicants will be considered. The purpose of this intern program is to
provide post-masters, certified MFT and ASW interns with experience and
training to address occupational shortages related to critical skills required
in the mental health field.
Incumbents will participate in a multi-agency children's system of care
program in a variety of professional mental health diagnostic, counseling,
treatment and community outreach services to clients; working with the
Department of Social Services, Probation, Juvenile Services and the education
system; working with licensed clinicians specializing in evidence-based
practices; working with families, children, adolescents and parents.
Under general supervision, assists, conducts and participates in therapy
as a member of a program team and has treatment responsibilities for selected
cases.
Spanish/English
bilingual skills will be tested for fluency in reading, writing and
conversation on a pass/fail basis. Bilingual compensation differential paid $35
per month for temporary employment.
TYPICAL TASKS: Assists
preliminary evaluations of mentally and emotionally disturbed clients; assists
in the formulation of treatment plans utilizing various modalities of
treatment; participates in individual and group psycho-education/medication
management; consults and works with other staff members and with community
agencies in carrying out treatment plans; provides consultation, education and
information services to lay and professional groups and individuals; refers
clients to appropriate community agencies; learns and evaluates new techniques
for dealing with emotional and environmental problems; participates in crisis
intervention activities as necessary; may be assigned to work in a variety of
outpatient, inpatient or day treatment and community outreach programs;
prepares correspondence and reports as necessary to implement effective
treatment plans.
OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Applicants must be willing to participate in cultural competency
training as specified in California Code of Regulations Title IX, Article 4,
Paragraph 1810.410.4. Applicants must meet Title 42 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Section 438.608 regarding Federal payment for services provided by
individuals who are listed as debarred, excluded or otherwise ineligible for
participation in Federal health care programs.
THE REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of:
Principles, practices and techniques of psychotherapy and variety of treatment;
Federal, State and local regulations relating to mental health; and medical
terminology relating to mental health treatment. Ability to:
Effectively evaluate and treat clients; establish and maintain the confidence
and cooperation of clients and co-workers; communicate effectively orally and
in writing; maintain self-awareness and assertiveness; establish a
non-threatening treatment environment; develop and use community resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A
one-year's master's degree from an accredited institution in a mental health
related field.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: Applicants
must possess an active license in the state of California as a Marriage and Family
Therapist Intern or an Associate Social Worker, and must be registered with the
Board of Behavioral Sciences. Applicants
will be required to maintain an active registered intern license for the
duration of their employment in this classification.
In addition, a valid California
driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained
throughout employment.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION: These positions are funded by the Workforce
Education & Training program at Mental Health Services Act. Work schedule
will be approximately 15 to 20 hours per week and are limited to 960 hours per
fiscal year.
IN ADDITION: This class specification generally describes
the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the position(s) within this
class. Duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary
from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential
functions of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a
single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and
hiring authorities in the selection process. If you have questions regarding
the duties or the working conditions of the position, please contact the Human
Resources Department.
NOTIFICATION: Applicants will be notified 6-8 weeks after the final
filing deadline. However, some recruitments may take less or more time
depending on the type of exam and number of applicants. Notifications will be posted on-line on the
Applicant Status Board for each phase of the recruitment process and will be
sent by US
mail and/or email. Therefore, notify the
Human Resources Department of any mailing or email address changes for all
applications submitted.
SELECTION PROCESS: The examination process will include a
competitive examination consisting of an evaluation of job-related education
and experience through one of the following methods of testing: A) competitive
application rating, based solely on application information presented OR B)
oral board rating as determined by an interview panel. In either case, the
evaluation will be weighted 100% in determining a candidate’s placement on the
eligible list. The hiring department will be provided a list of the top nine
ranks of eligible candidates and one additional rank for each vacancy. The
hiring department may hire any of the candidates certified to the
department. Veterans and disabled veterans preference points will be
assigned when applicable. Please note: any part of this selection process may
be waived or changed as deemed appropriate by the Human Resources Department at
any point during the recruitment. Eligible lists may be used to fill regular,
limited term or temporary positions. New employees are required to complete an
INS Employment Eligibility Verification form to certify citizenship or legal
residency and authorization to work. Essential functions of a job for purposes
of the Americans with Disabilities Act will be determined prior to the filling
of each vacant position. Any part of the selection process is subject to
change. A reasonable effort will be made to accommodate the needs of the
disabled and the religious needs of an applicant. If you require special
arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, you must inform the
County Human Resources Department in writing of the type and extent of
accommodation no later than the final filing deadline.
AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
