Case Management Mental Health Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for the position of Mental Health Case Management Clinician Interested candidates are encouraged to immediately apply. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. This position is eligible for hire at $94,764.80 annually

Future Salary Increases: ** June 2027 - 4.67% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.67% Market Adjustment Increase) The hiring departments have numerous immediate vacancies. The County of San Diego has an excellent opportunity for Mental Health Case Management Clinician to provide adult mental health services to significantly improve the lives of individuals with mental illness. As a Mental Health Case Management Clinician, you will provide case management services for voluntary and involuntary clients who are diagnosed with mental illness

For more information, please refer to a complete job description of Mental Health Case Management Clinician, including essential functions, examples of qualifying education and experience, working conditions, etc. Positions are located at various departments within the Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) including Adult Case Management, Mental Health Administration, and the San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital. The ideal candidate will: Have experience providing case management services to adult clients who have serious mental illness Be able to assist clients and function independently in field work situations Have experience conducting behavioral health assessments to determine mental health and social service needs of clients.

Hiring Process The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.

Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Education and Experience An Associates of Arts degree from an accredited U.S

college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field AND six (6) years of experience in a mental health setting providing case management services to individuals with serious mental illness. Two (2) of which must be post Associates of Arts degree clinical experience. OR A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S

college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field, AND four (4) years of experience in a mental health setting providing case management services to individuals with serious mental illness. OR A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work, psychology, counseling or a related field, AND, two (2) years of experience in a mental health setting providing case management services to individuals with serious mental illness; OR A master's degree from an accredited U.S

college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work psychology, counseling, or a related field (two-year program) AND an Intern/Associates (ACSW, AMFT, APCC) registration number with the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Notes: The possession of the following types of current licenses and certificates are desirable: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Licensed Registered Nurses or an equivalent license issued by the State of California or other recognized national or state agency or organization; Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor from a recognized national or state agency or organization. All applicants using an LCSW or equivalent license to qualify for this position are required to have a National Provider Identification Number (NPI) at time of employment.

Incumbents are required to maintain the NPI throughout employment in this class. Blind Applicant Screening The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision.

Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview.

Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Condition of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.

Desirable Traits Communicates Effectively, Knowledge Worker, Customer Focused, Values and Respects Others, Drives to Excel, Teamwork and Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Demonstrates Ethical Behavior, and Supportive of Change. Evaluation Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month eligible list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained on their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you give will be scored using an automated evaluation system.

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