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THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special, bilingual individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Children’s Full Service Partnership/Transitional Aged Youth Program (FSP/TAY).   The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who, are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Within the scope of practice, Agency guidelines and professional standards, have the responsibility to formulate a differential diagnosis concerning the nature of the mental health challenges;
• Develop an effective treatment program including intervention methods;
• Provide field-based individual and family therapy, crisis intervention and case management for children, transitional age youth and their families;
• Conduct crisis assessment intakes, create treatment goals and complete the applicable LADMH documentation;
• Participate in weekly on-call rotation every 4-6 weeks and have the ability to transport clients as needed; & other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.   This position is a field based position.  The Clinical Therapist I will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community with moderate to severe behavioral health clients. The Clinical Therapist will report to a Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Will initiate and conduct individual, family and group counseling/psychotherapy sessions;
   
• Provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals, groups and families;
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite;
   
• Meet with clients for regular therapeutic interviews, guide clients in understanding of their illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors;
   
• Assist clients in developing realistic plans and advice clients on community resources;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements, etc.
   
• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) individual to serve as Psychiatric Technician I, II or III for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community by providing all manner of adjunctive medication support services.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will report to the Medication Support Team Supervisor and the Crisis & Medication Support Manager and work a 5/40 schedule (Monday – Friday).

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide all medication support services including injections, monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;
   
• Assist in admitting clients to department services; provide direct and indirect care including taking and recording measures of the client’s physical condition such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration;
   
• Observe, evaluate, record, and report to professional staff changes in client’s condition;
   
• Implement de-escalation procedures and techniques and aid or restrain clients to prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal or physical intervention. 
   
• If LPS-qualified, work with local agencies on client hospitalization when indicated.
   
• Comply with state regulations and code of ethics governing psychiatric technicians, as well as all applicable federal, State, and local laws pertaining to medical records and documentation including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”).

• Provide services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the psychiatrist.
   
• Perform routine and emergency in-take evaluation according to agency procedure; and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for three (3) individuals to serve as Certified Substance Abuse Counselors for the Adult Outpatient Program (AOP), Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program, and the Children’s Clinic. These positions provide comprehensive counseling services and psychoeducation for children, youth, families, and older adults that addresses problems related to the use and abuse of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs.  These positions will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Screen, evaluate, and provide counseling and prevention/early intervention activities to a range of individuals, groups, and families experiencing problems related to co-occurring disorders;
• Develop effective treatment intervention methods in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary treatment team;
• Counsel and assist clients, either in the office or out in the field, with understanding the addiction process utilizing harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic models.
• Conducts group education programs.
• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care in a timely and appropriate manner and in accordance with Agency, State and Federal guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two (2) special individuals to serve as Clinical Therapist I/II for the Children’s Outpatient Program (COP) as part of the School Partnership Team. These positions will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families and may have or would like experience in a school setting. 

Within the scope of practice, Agency guidelines and professional standards, Clinical Therapist I/II have the responsibility to formulate a differential diagnosis concerning the nature of the mental health challenges; develop an effective treatment program including intervention methods; and perform the full scope of therapy for children, adolescents and their families exhibiting a variety of mental health challenges, at the school or in the office. The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to a higher level clinical personnel and/or management.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide case management, crisis intervention and assessments at a school site and in the office for adolescents and children;

• Will initiate and conduct family-centered, strengths-based and culturally competent individual, family and group assessments, counseling/therapy sessions and treatment plans to children and adolescents;

• Will provide collaborative outreach, advocacy and rehabilitative services needed;

• Facilitate partnership meetings with local school districts;

• Screens and tracks school referrals;

• Will assist clients in developing realistic plans while displaying sensitivity to cultural and linguistic factors and needs, as well as advice clients on community resources;

• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements;

• May be required to transport client(s) in his/her own vehicle and/or a Tri-City vehicle;

• Work on an On-Call rotation;

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery & other duties as assigned.

The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill a vacant Air Conditioning Supervisor position. This position reports directly to the Building Management Administrator for various facility management operations. The Air Conditioning Supervisor manages and supervises a staff of six (6) that provides services to mechanical equipment for City Facilities. The core responsibility of this position is to assign work, deploy staff in an effective and efficient manner, perform all aspects of supervision, measure performance and make recommendations for the direction and vision of the Air Conditioning Section.Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Recruitment of new staff
• Administration of performance appraisals
• Training, developing, and motivating staff
• Manage complex mechanical equipment replacement projects

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Competencies 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise – Knowledge of asset performance management, which includes lifecycle analysis, cost-benefit analysis, preventative/corrective/predictive maintenance strategies, long-term capital replacement strategies, knowledge of using energy management systems effectively and efficiently; knowledge of City procurement policies and methods.
• Communication Skills – Communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive, and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.
• Leadership Skills - Leads by example; serves as appropriate role model, demonstrates high ethical standards. Remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes.
• Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s), collects information, uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
• Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Supervision – Sets effective long term and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – Demonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with coworkers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Customer Service – Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customer’s needs and delivers services effectively and efficiently in a timely manner; accurate, respectful and friendly manner. Understands stakeholder perspective to seek the most reasonable and effective resolution to issues.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Creativity – Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work process.

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON MARCH 1, 2019

You MUST include all applicable information and work history in the appropriate sections of this application.  Resumes are highly encouraged but will NOT be used as a substitution for any relevant information left off of this actual application.

Summary Description

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Finance Department including City budgeting and accounting functions such as budget, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, revenue collection and cash management; directs, supervises and performs activities involved in the areas of financial record keeping, budget, treasury, investment, and rate and fee studies; coordinates preparation and long range economic forecasts and analyses, and reports on financial and budgetary conditions; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; acts in the absence of the Director of Finance regarding Finance matters; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Finance.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the City’s accounting and budget operations; review and participate in the work of professional and technical employees to ensure that work is performed in accordance with City policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); provide interpretation and decisions on applicable codes, rules, regulations and accounting procedures.
2. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
3. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
4. Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for accounting and budgeting staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
6. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the City’s annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
7. Provide support, training, and direction to other staff and departments regarding budgetary matters; coordinate City-wide training on budget preparation and administration processes, procedures, and techniques including providing training on budgetary systems and programs; disseminate information to departments on mid-year and annual budget.
8. Manage, oversee, and participate in the preparation of the City’s operations and capital improvement budgets; coordinate schedule for annual and mid-year budget with the City Manager and other City staff; provide staff support to Directors and the City Manager in budget development; attend all budget meetings and hearings held with various departments and divisions; participate in departmental budget hearings before the City Council; assist with review of all budget documents for the City; analyze and make specification recommendations on budget requests; perform analysis.
9. Assist in forecasting budget revenues; develop financial forecast models; monitor and prepare reports on economic trends that affect the City; prepare monthly financial statements and reports; monitor cash balances to ensure adequate cash; maintain budgetary control records; analyze reserves.
10. Participate in the preparation of budget document in conformance with CSMFO and GFOA established guidelines; assist in the preparation of Management Discussion and Analysis and Letter of Transmittal for CAFR; assist in the preparation of Budget Letter of Transmittal.
11. Assume management responsibility for the timely and accurate preparation of financial and statistical reports and records in accordance with City policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
12. Ensure that reports are prepared as necessary and in accordance with policy and practices; prepare or direct the preparation and reconciliation of journals, ledgers, and other accounting records; prepare or direct the preparation of records and reports for submission to various agencies.
13. Assist with coordination and participate in the City investment process; maximize income and safety through daily and long range investment policies while working in conjunction with contract investment advisors; plan and coordinate tax-exempt and other financing as required; review, analyze, and maintain all bond issues; administer project and debt bond programs for the City.
14. Manage and prepare fee studies for all City fees; manage, coordinate, and monitor enterprise rate studies; implement office automation strategies; prepare and coordinate reports and presentations on current fiscal issues for City Council, community groups and regulatory agencies; develop and maintain records, statistics, and reports on financial activity.
15. Oversee, review, audit, and approve all accounts payable, purchase orders, payroll, and other accounting records and transactions; prepare, review, correct, and distribute expenditure reports to all departments.
16. Assist in the implementation of the fiscal management program of the City including maintenance and analysis of all general ledger accounts, coordination of the year-end audit, and preparation of financial statements and other required financial reports.
17. Prepare a variety of analytical, financial, and management reports; including annual reports for the Ceres Redevelopment Agency and Stanislaus Ceres Redevelopment Commission.
18. Serve as Treasurer of the Ceres Community Foundation; receive donations; prepare related reports and financial statements for approval by the Board; submit reports to IRS as necessary.
19. Serve as the liaison for the Finance Department with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
20. Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
21. Provide responsible staff assistance to the Director of Finance.
22. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the fields of accounting and budget including legislation, court rulings and professional practices and techniques; incorporate new developments as appropriate.
23. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
24. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics, services and activities of a municipal accounting and budget program.

Principles and practices of public agency financial management including general and governmental accounting, budgeting, auditing, and reporting functions as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

Principles and practices of financial record keeping, control, and reporting.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Methods and techniques of cost accounting.

Finance and cost distribution systems.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Principles and practices of governmental accounting. 

Internal control and audit principles and practices.

Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

Methods and techniques of analysis and investigation.

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including those related to bond issues, investments, general accounting and fee setting related to financial administration of public agencies.

Ability to:

Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive municipal accounting and budget program.

Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.

Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives and procedures.

Make adjustments to standard operating procedures as necessary to improve organizational effectiveness.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Analyze and interpret complex financial and accounting records.

Conduct feasibility studies involving the analysis and review of fiscal data in order to develop forecasts, trends, and analyses.

Read and interpret documents such as laws, regulations, and reporting requirements pertaining to municipal accounting and budgeting.

Speak effectively before groups and employees of the organization.

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Interpret and apply applicable federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.

Operate a computer and supporting office and accounting applications.

Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies regulating City financial accounting, reporting and record keeping.

Analyze complex financial issues, evaluate alternatives and implement sound solutions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field.

Experience:

Six years of increasingly responsible accounting experience with responsibility for budget development, preferably in a public agency setting, including three years of management and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is desirable.

physical demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The City of Ceres Complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act

The City considers all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment, programs and facilities.  Please notify  Human Resources in writing and in advance of any/all testing to request special accommodations during the recruitment and examination processes.  Written medical verification may be required to determine appropriate accommodations. 

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million.  

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.   

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Mechanic Assistant performs preventive maintenance services and safety inspections on all City diesel, gasoline, hybrid, electric, CNG, and other alternatively fueled automotive vehicles, equipment and generators.  May also perform minor repairs and component installations and removals on a wide variety of vehicles and equipment which do not require the skills of a mechanic; perform related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

- Perform routine preventive maintenance services and safety inspections on all City vehicles and equipment.
- Perform work in the field, Police Department shop and/or the Fleet Service Center.
- Check, drain, and/or replenishes fluids, lubricants, gasoline and diesel fuels, and battery charge levels.
- Inflate, inspect, repair, and change automotive and heavy equipment tires.
- Balance tires.
- Clean, wash, wax, and detail vehicles.
- Replace and/or repair lubricant fittings, fuel pumps, light bulbs and fuses, and other electrical components.
- Inspect, maintain, and replace automotive vehicles gasoline and diesel-powered equipment batteries.
- Perform minor/semi-skilled mechanical repairs on vehicles and equipment which are easily accessible.
- Use equipment such as tire changers; tire balancers; hoists; high pressure washer; electronic diagnostic equipment; smog tester; computers; battery analyzer and other equipment associated with maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment.
- Operate tow truck and forklift.
- Diagnose minor electrical and mechanical problems and refers major problems to the Fleet Mechanic II.
- Service diesel and gas generators at all City facilities.
- Maintain the shop in a clean and orderly condition.
- Clean up fuel spills.
- Receive and sign for deliveries of tires, materials and parts.
- Maintain related shop, maintenance and inventory records.
- Install police car transmitter/receivers and computers.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as its Clinical Therapist I/II for the Adult Officer of the Day (OD) program. The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community. The Clinical Therapist will report to the Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Will meet with individuals in person or talk to them over the phone to conduct screenings to ensure individuals meet specialty mental health services;
   
• Will assist individuals to link to various resources (i.e., managed care plan, Tri-City programs such as the Wellness Center, TCG, Peer Mentors, etc.) and provide warm-handoffs;

• Will complete same day biopsychosocial assessments and treatment plans;

• Will formulate a differential diagnosis concerning the nature of the mental health challenge(s);

• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements;

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and ensure Network Adequacy for the Adult Program;
   
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and must have excellent attendance & other duties as assigned, etc.