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Salary: 19.49 - 33.33 Hourly

Job Category: Recreation

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Close Date: 05/15/2026

ABOUT THE POSITIONS

The City of Redwood City’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Teen Program/Camp Leaders, Assistant Camp Directors, Camp Directors who are interested in working 25-40 hours per week during the summer, planning, organizing, and conducting basic recreation activities in a variety of settings selected by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Serve as a mentor for youth in the local community by leading recreation activities that positively impact their lives on a daily basis
Exercise your creative talents by organizing activities for youth to engage in
Participate in activities that help generate a positive environment for youth to grow, learn and exceed socially
Develop professionally and enhance your leadership skills

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

Salary: 21.27 - 28.05 Hourly

Job Category: Recreation

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Part-Time

Close Date: Continuous

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Preschool Early Learning Program Leaders!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger!

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

City application
Resume
Transcripts (if applicable)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to submit to any or all of the following (as applicable):

Reference Check
Department of Justice (DOJ) Fingerprint Check
Health Screening/TB Test

A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis with consideration given to the nature and recency of the conviction and relationship to job duties. All City standards must be met before the final appointment is made.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application.

The policy of the City of South San Francisco is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of South San Francisco that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The City of South San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

DISCLAIMER: This general announcement does not constitute an express or implied contract and is subject to change. Any provisions contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.

Recruitment Contact

Name: Diana Gonzalez

Email: diana.gonzalez@ssf.net

Salary: 16.90 - 25.00 Hourly

Job Category: Child Care Services

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Part-Time

Close Date: Continuous

The City of Pacifica is currently hiring part-time Child Care Aides and Child Care Associate Teachers to join our team!

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Are you available to work Monday through Friday with varying shifts?

Do you have a passion for working with children?

If so, apply today!

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Child Care Professionals. Currently, the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department is recruiting for Child Care Aides and Child Care Associate Teachers to join our Child Care Team! The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications, work experience and education.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

Salary

Child Care Aide: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour, part time, non-benefited, typically limited to 1,000 hours per year.

Child Care Associate Teacher: $19.50 - $25.00 per hour, part time, non-benefited, typically limited to 1,000 hours per year.

CHILD CARE AIDE

This position will work directly with a Child Care Site Coordinator or Lead Teacher at varying pre-school or K-6/ K-8 school sites based on program needs. The Child Care Aide is responsible for leading activities and supervising small groups of children in State-funded Title V programs.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Assisting staff in implementing youth recreation activities, sports, arts, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities
Maintaining discipline, site safety and observe the overall physical and emotional well-being of the program participants
Interacting with parents, participants, school district and city employees in a professional manner
Attending staff meetings and in-service trainings as required

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Job description is currently under review.

CHILD CARE ASSOCIATE TEACHER

This position is responsible for leading activities and supervision of small groups of children at a State-funded Title V program.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Assisting staff in implementing youth recreation activities, sports, arts, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities.
Maintaining discipline, site safety and observe the overall physical and emotional well-being of the program participants.
Interacting with parents, participants, school district and city employees in a professional manner.
Assisting students in completing homework in a variety of subjects.
Attending staff meetings and in-service training as required.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Job description is currently under review.

Salary: 178713.34 - 288700.62 Annually

Job Category: Environmental

Location: Northern Bay Area

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: Continuous

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA THIS LINK: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

The City of San José is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as the next Assistant Director of the Environmental Services Department (ESD). As Chief Operating Officer of ESD, the Assistant Director will help lead one of the most dynamic environmental services departments in the nation. This executive position will oversee an approximate $550 million budget and seven direct reports, providing strategic leadership across a broad portfolio of utility operations and environmental programs serving over one million residents, including the city’s solid waste, stormwater, drinking water, and watershed protection services. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in utility operations, regulatory compliance, and public agency administration. They will possess excellent interpersonal skills, technical aptitude, and political acumen, and thrive in a highly collaborative, solution-oriented environment. This is a unique opportunity to help shape San José’s environmental future - apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/5613b8be-7239-44f5-84c0-9e3ee91fd78c

The Environmental Services Department

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is a national leader in pollution prevention, watershed protection, utility services, and climate action. With nearly 582 employees, ESD serves over 1 million residents and thousands of businesses in San José. ESD’s mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs that enhance health, the environment, and the economy. This mission is executed through the following divisions:

San José–Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF):The largest advanced wastewater treatment facility in the western U.S., serving 1.7 million residents and 17,000 businesses. RWF treats 110 million gallons daily, delivers recycled water, and consistently meets permit standards while earning national recognition.

Capital Improvement Program:A $1.4 billion, 10-year effort to modernize the RWF’s infrastructure, enhancing resilience, treatment capacity, and sustainability for long-term protection of the South Bay.

Water Resources Division: Operates the San José Municipal Water System, serving over 100,000 residents, and oversees South Bay Water Recycling—the largest recycled water system in Northern California—while exploring future water supply options like potable reuse and desalination.

Watershed Protection Division: Safeguards San José’s creeks by preventing pollution from entering 30,000 storm drains. Operates an award-winning lab that conducts over 50,000 tests annually and led regional wastewater monitoring during COVID-19.

Integrated Waste Management Division: Manages waste services for 325,000 homes and 11,000 businesses, maximizing recycling and organics diversion through five contracted haulers to reduce landfill use and maintain city cleanliness.

Regulatory Affairs and Purified Water Division: Leads implementation of a multi-agency potable reuse initiative and administers the wastewater and air compliance programs for the Regional Wastewater Facility. Supports an integrated regulatory and legislative strategy for wastewater, stormwater, recycled water and drinking water utilities.

Utility Financial & Business Operations: Provides core support in budgeting, hiring, IT, payroll, billing, and procurement to ensure the efficient operation of all ESD programs and services.

Communications Division :Leads strategic, multilingual outreach through media, digital campaigns, and public education. Promotes transparency, manages public records responses, and supports emergency communications.

To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on X, Facebook and Instagram and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.

Position Duties:

Salary Range

The Assistant Director salary range is currently $178, 713.34 - $288, 700.62. Placement within this range will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the individual selected. This salary includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. The salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package.

The Position

Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Environmental Services Department (ESD), overseeing a budget of approximately $550 million and seven direct reports. This executive leader provides strategic and operational direction across a broad and complex portfolio, including Integrated Waste Management, Watershed Protection, Water Resources, Wastewater Management, Regulatory Affairs and Purified Water, Utility Financial and Business Operations, and Communications. In partnership with Deputy Directors, department leaders, and citywide stakeholders, the Assistant Director drives alignment with City priorities while ensuring regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness. Key responsibilities include leading utility rate setting, guiding long-range capital and infrastructure planning, and supporting major initiatives such as homelessness response and environmental restoration. The Assistant Director also plays a critical role in supporting the Director by overseeing the preparation of City Council presentations and tracking high-impact departmental initiatives. This position requires a leader with strong emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals. They will foster a culture of ethical leadership, continuous improvement, and inclusion—strengthening collaboration, building trust, and driving accountability throughout the department. As a public-facing representative of ESD, the Assistant Director will engage in intergovernmental forums, Council sessions, and community meetings, helping to advance the department’s mission while addressing the evolving needs of San José’s residents and environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking and grounded leader with a strong command of utility operations, environmental services, and public sector management. They bring not only technical proficiency in areas like infrastructure planning, rate setting, and regulatory compliance, but also the ability to see the bigger picture—connecting long-term vision with practical execution. This individual excels in navigating complexity, whether managing multimillion-dollar budgets, leading large and diverse teams, or guiding cross-departmental initiatives in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. Politically astute and operationally savvy, they understand how to build momentum around shared goals while balancing mandates, community needs, and day-to-day realities. Clear and confident communication is a hallmark of their leadership style. They are comfortable representing their department in a variety of settings—from Council presentations and regional forums to internal strategy sessions—translating complex topics into clear, actionable directions. Their presence inspires confidence, and their transparency builds trust across all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will be a mentor and team builder who invests in people, values diversity of thought and background, and creates inclusive environments where staff feel supported and accountable. With a strong sense of purpose and humility, they bring curiosity to new challenges and a collaborative mindset to every interaction.

The ideal candidate will also have the following core competencies. You can view the full definition of all competencies here.

Job Expertise

Collaboration

Fiscal Management

Leadership

Political Skills

Problem Solving

Vision/Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, engineering, environmental sciences, or related field.
Experience: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in business management and/or administration, operations, or maintenance is required.
Experience managing a work unit equivalent to a major division within a public agency is preferred.
Seven (7) years of exemplary supervisory experience is desired.
Licenses: Possession and maintenance of a valid license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California.
Form 700: Upon commencement of employment and subsequently each spring, the incumbent of this position must file the Family Gift Reporting Form together with the Statement of Economic Interest-Form 700. Please view the following link for details related to the State-Required reporting: Form 700 (ca.gov) and the following link for the City of San José Family Gift Reporting Form.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San José will not sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa that requires an employee application.

Other Qualifications:

HOW TO APPLY:

For first consideration, apply by June 23 at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

Round one virtual interviews will take place on July 14th. Round two in-person interviews will take place on July 22nd. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiter, Levi Kuhlman, with any inquiries:

levi@wbcpinc.com
541-664-0376 (Direct)
866-929-9227 (Toll Free)

Salary: 87796.80 - 118476.80 Annually

Job Category: Public Safety Dispatch

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: Continuous

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

Join a department that cares about its Dispatchers and is LOVED by its community

Elevate your public safety career as a Dispatcher. Our mission at the San Bruno Police Department is to Ensure Peace, Provide Safety, and Build Community.  We aim to realize this mission by taking good care of the people who work in our organization so that they can take good care of everyone else.  We believe that the key to providing exceptional police services is consistently deploying strong, healthy, well-trained, emotionally intelligent human beings as San Bruno Police Dispatchers.  As such, we have created a healthy, happy, fun working environment, focused on enabling each member of our team to use their employment to pursue the best possible versions of themselves.    

City of San Bruno's Excellent Benefits

CalPERS retirement formula
Non-Safety: 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2% @ 62 for PEPRA members

Annual accruals of vacation days based on years of service, holidays and sick days

Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%

Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution

Life Insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost

Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost

Home loan assistance program

Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan

Tuition reimbursement

The Position

The San Bruno Police Department is recruiting for entry-level Public Safety Dispatchers.  Public Safety Dispatchers are responsible for public safety dispatch and related records management activities. This position operates on a 24-hour, 365 days per year basis, and may be assigned to either a day, swing, or graveyard shift on a regular, rotational basis that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.  Public Safety Dispatchers perform a wide range of duties involving radio, telephone, and computers, applying various procedures and codes. Dispatchers receive and transmit emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio traffic as well as process communication reports, records, and radio logs, while maintaining
a high level of confidentiality.  Dispatchers may also support the Police Department by performing clerical tasks, training, assisting with fingerprinting, and being accountable for financial transactions.  This position is integral in supporting the goals and objectives of the City and Police Department.  

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties

Receives and transmits emergency
and non-emergency
telephone and radio traffic.

Maintains and processes a variety of communications reports, records and radio logs.

Operates a dispatch console, uses Computer Aided Dispatch (C.A.D.) System and other computer programs to process information and records.

Responsible for various Record Management System (RMS) entries, some of these include but are not limited to citations, warrants, subpoenas.

Responsible for accurate and timely entries into the California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS), as well as, the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).

Maintains a high level of confidentiality.

Performs collateral duties including a variety of related clerical tasks:
records entry, assisting in fingerprinting and jail operations, which may include searching prisoners; and is accountable for handling cash, bond, and check transactions.

Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to record and transmit information with speed and accuracy, "multi-task," make quick and sensible decisions, learn from constructive criticism, possess a high commitment to quality service, and participate in a team approach to law enforcement.  In addition, candidates will have a successful track record of the following: 

Professional skill or knowledge using computer keyboard; skill or knowledge using radio, telephone, and computers.

Active listening; conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message.

Placing a high priority on the internal and external customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action;
Implementing service practices that meet the customers’ and own organization’s needs.

Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.

Ability to analyze and understand information gathered and follow the best course of action. Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information; choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions.

Establishing and sustaining trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others’ emotions and behavior.

Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.

Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks.

Maintaining stable performance while handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation.

Education

Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Additional related college course work or degree preferred.

Experience

At least one (1) year of related work experience requiring alertness and independent judgment, but no previous public safety dispatch experience is required.

Certificates and Licenses

Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, Class C with a good driving record.

Typing certificate issued within the last year verifying minimum typing speed of thirty-five (35) net words per minute with a maximum of nine (9) errors. Typing certificate must be submitted with application to be considered. Online typing certificate permitted with application; formal test will be administered to final candidate.

Completion within the last year of the POST Entry Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery with a preferred minimum
score of 48 or above;
or CritiCall Dispatch passing test results within a year of application date.

Certificate must be submitted with application to be considered.

Supplemental Information

This is a continuous recruitment. For a full, detailed class specification, click here.

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at the City's BambooHR homepage. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

When submitting your application, please “upload” the following:

1) POST Entry Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery (with a score of 50 or above). If you have not yet taken the test, upcoming test dates can be found at: http://theacademy.ca.gov/tests; or, CritiCall Dispatch test results.

2) Typing certificate issued within the last year verifying minimum typing speed of thirty-five (35) net words per minute with a maximum of nine (9) errors. Online typing certificate permitted with application, formal test will be administered to final candidate.

What happens next?

We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.

Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.

The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

Reasonable Accommodations: 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing
hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(650) 616-7055
Contact email:
hr@sanbruno.ca.gov

Salary: 121451.20 - 151798.40 Annually

Job Category: Behavioral Health

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Close Date: Continuous

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

Description

Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 30, 2026, to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

San Mateo County Health’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division (BHRS) is excited to launch a new and innovative role supporting individuals newly eligible for services under Senate Bill (SB) 43. This position is part of a brand-new team created specifically to serve a historically underserved population, expanding access to care for individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) and/or severe substance use disordered (SUD).

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape how SB43 is implemented locally, from building systems and partnerships to developing policies, procedures and outcome measures that will define success for this pilot program and beyond.

The SB43 Program Specialist will work collaboratively with the Facilities Utilization Management, Collaborative Care teams and partners across San Mateo County Health, including Aging and Disability Services, San Mateo Medical Center and regional hospitals and licensed facilities. This position requires strong clinical judgement, systems thinking and the ability to build trust across disciplines and organizations.

There is currently one vacancy for this program. The position is based in San Mateo, with travel throughout the county and greater Bay Area as needed.

About SB43

Senate Bill (SB) 43 expands the definition of Grave Disability, one of the criteria used to place individuals on involuntary holds.

Under SB43:

Severe substance use disorder is added as a qualifying condition.
Inability to provide for personal safety or necessary medical care is included as a criterion.

Individuals may be considered gravely disabled when a mental health disorder and/or severe substance use disorder prevents them from meeting basic survival needs, such as maintaining housing or adequate nutrition.

This legislation enables earlier intervention and expanded pathways to care for individuals who previously fell outside the system, requiring counties to build new processes, partnerships and clinical approaches to serve this population effectively and compassionately.

Key Responsibilities

The SB43 Program Specialist may be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Clinical Care & Coordination

Conduct regular visits to in-county and out-of-county (OOC) facilities to review cases and assess appropriate Level of Care (LOC)
Meet with facility staff and clients to support engagement, transitions and treatment planning
Participate in treatment reviews and provide clinical recommendations, including individualized behavior plans
Initiate and coordinate case conferences for high-utilizing clients complex needs

Serve as a clinical resource related to substance use disorder and severe mental illness

Systems Building and Collaboration

Build and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, licensed facilities and contracted providers within and outside San Mateo County
Act as primary liaison between BHRS, San Mateo Medical Center, Aging and Disability Services and partner hospitals
with the SMMC, BHRS and AAS to facilitate and coordinate appropriate level of care and placement
Participate regularly in multidisciplinary team meetings, hospital coordination meetings and SB43 meetings
Facilitate planning groups to address SB43 implementation priorities and emerging system needs

Program Development and Oversight

Contribute to the development, refinement and implementation of SB43 policies and procedures
Identify Service gaps, system challenges and operational shortfalls, and support solutions in collaboration with partners

Assist with monitoring and consulting with in-county and OOC contract providers
Train facilities on new SB43 placement criteria and compliance requirements
Develop, update and maintain an electronic facility database to support data tracking and outcomes analysis

Leadership and Support

Participating in required leadership meetings
Providing coverage and support for other supervisors as needed
Provide clinical supervision and training to interdisciplinary staff as needed
Apply basic knowledge of Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner (LEAP) Methodology and other engagement strategies to support client-centered care

The ideal candidate will bring:

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, adaptable, and systems-oriented professional who is motivated by the opportunity to help build and shape a new program from the ground up. They bring strong clinical judgment, comfort navigating complexity, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for individuals who have historically been underserved.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Familiarity with clients with complex needs, including individuals experiencing homelessness, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and high utilization of services within San Mateo County’s system of care
Ability to organize, lead, and facilitate complex case conferences and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, bringing together multiple providers and stakeholders to coordinate care for high-utilizing clients
Strong clinical skills related to both severe mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD), with the ability to assess readiness for transitions in level of care
Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships with hospitals, licensed facilities, and contracted providers
A client-centered approach paired with a system-level perspective, balancing individual needs with program goals and regulatory requirements
Flexibility, critical thinking, and creativity in navigating a new legal framework and evolving service model
Comfort working in a pilot environment that requires innovation, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement

Relevant post-licensure clinical experience (ideally two or more years) providing direct mental health services (desirable but not required)

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable.

This role is well suited for someone who thrives in dynamic settings, values collaboration, and is energized by contributing to meaningful systems change under a new legislative framework.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Coordinate assigned program activities with services provided by and responsibilities of the Division's Regional clinics, private service providers, schools, state institutions and other public or community agencies
Establish and maintain program procedures which are consistent with Federal, State and local laws governing mental health services
Monitor and consult with contract providers to ensure compliance with services requested by the County and help determine jointly beneficial solutions to problem areas
Research and prepare grant proposals for specific mental health projects
Consult with schools and other public agencies regarding the assigned program and provide the proper program supervision and liaison to the contractees
Evaluate and integrate changes in legislation into the program procedures
Provide clinical consultation to various agencies
Evaluate employee performance of subordinates assigned to program
Compile data and prepare program evaluations and other reports
Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

California license as one of the following: 1) Clinical Social Worker; 2) Marriage and Family Therapist; or 3) Clinical Psychologist

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of experience as a Mental Health professional.

Knowledge of:

Principles, techniques and practices of program management and delivery
Principles and practices of employee supervision and training
Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and County policies and guidelines
Individual, group and family psychodynamics
Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology
Current principles and practices of psychiatric casework
Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources
Various methods used in individual and group therapies such as role playing, play, art and milieu
Methods and techniques used in mental health education

Skill/Ability to:

Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of interdisciplinary subordinates
Train staff in work procedures and provide technical and programmatic assistance to staff and subcontractors
Analyze, interpret and apply various regulations, requirements and/or clinical approaches
Prepare grant proposals and written reports
Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment
Evaluate patients/clients’ degree of mental disability or emotional distress
Communicate effectively in writing and orally and make public presentations as needed
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy and regulatory guidelines

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. f you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Filing Date: Continuous
Application Screening: TBD
Panel Interviews: TBD

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