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The Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division of San Mateo County Health is seeking experienced individuals for the position of Residential Counselor I. Residential Counselors (RC) I will provide guidance, support, supervision, and direction to youth ages 12–18 who have experienced severe or repeated trauma and require intensive mental health services in a Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) at the County’s Canyon Oaks Youth Center. The RC-I plays a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment that supports healing and growth. This includes monitoring residents’ behavior, safety, health, and overall well-being, while fostering connection and responding to challenging behaviors with empathy.

RCs use trauma-informed practices to understand and respond to the underlying needs driving youth behavior, while recognizing the impact of trauma on development, relationships, and coping skills. They assist youth in setting and working towards realistic goals, encourage personal accountability, and model healthy communication, problem-solving, and emotional regulation. Through active participation, coaching, and encouragement, RCs guide residents in practicing life skills, strengthening self-regulation, and building confidence for their next steps.

As an RC, you will play a vital role in creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment for youth in our care. Your primary focus will be ensuring the physical and emotional safety of residents, providing day-to-day guidance, and assisting with daily routines and needs. Working as part of a collaborative team, you’ll help youth feel secure, express themselves, and build the confidence to develop the skills they need to thrive. This includes offering encouragement during challenges, celebrating successes, and modeling healthy, respectful interactions.

In this role, every interaction is an opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact, whether you’re helping a resident problem-solve, providing a listening ear, or creating activities that foster growth, connection, and resilience in the young people we serve.

There is currently one regular full-time vacancy and two Relief vacancies at the Canyon Oaks Youth Center located at 400 Edmonds Rd., Redwood City, CA, 94062.

Examples Of Duties

Residential Counselors are responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Supervising and engaging with youth by offering guidance, encouragement, and interventions that promote safety and well-being.
• Working alongside youth to find solutions when challenges arise, using redirection and interventions that emphasize teaching and guidance rather than punishment.
• Collaborating with the treatment team to develop, plan, and carry out individualized treatment plans that support each youth’s goals and needs.
• Working with the interdisciplinary team to understand the function of youth behaviors and to identify supportive strategies or coping mechanisms that best promote regulation and growth.
• Planning and leading recreational and skill-building activities including art, cooking and other activities.
• Providing flexible support in day treatment groups, taking on roles such as active participant, silent observer, or assistant to the facilitator.
• Offering consistent support and guidance to youth, fostering confidence, resilience, and a positive self-image.
• Using evidence-based practices to reinforce and encourage positive behavior, such as validation, positive reinforcement, trauma-informed de-escalation strategies, and skill-building interventions.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation, including shift summaries, medication charts, youth cash and other resources, petty cash, youth personal belongings and clothing inventory and other records.
• Collaborating with day treatment and other program staff to implement treatment and educational strategies and interventions that support individualized goals.
• Ensuring completion of all household and medical routines; supervise and encourage positive hygiene practices of youth.
• Administering first aid, prepare and provide prescribed medication in accordance with protocols and obtain medical care as needed.
• Driving youth to various appointments, community activities, and recreational outings on a regular basis.
• Performing related duties as assigned.

In addition to the above, during the overnight shift, residential counselors must:

• Remain fully awake and alert throughout the entire shift.
• Ensure the facility remains secure while maintaining a calm and comforting environment for youth.
• Conduct and document regular night-time bedroom checks to ensure youth are resting safely.
• Provide support and reassurance to youth experiencing emotional distress or difficulty sleeping.
• Perform necessary housekeeping chores assigned.

Rewarding Aspects of the Job:

• You’ll be joining a dedicated team with years of experience working together, offering opportunities for learning, mentorship and professional growth.
• You’ll be part of a team who makes a tangible impact on the lives of youth, witnessing their growth, resilience, and progress over time. From supporting a young person regulate during a crisis to guiding them toward new coping skills, or celebrating milestones, you have a front-row seat to their transformation.
• You’ll have opportunities to think creatively and adapt to each youth’s unique needs through recreational activities, life skills projects, and problem-solving in the moment.

Opportunities to Make an Impact and Build Skills:

• Strengthen skills in communication, flexibility and teamwork while learning to balance diverse perspectives and approaches within a large interdisciplinary team.
• Develop expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention and problem solving in real time when supporting youth in distress or crisis.
• Build resilience and sustain professional effectiveness by practicing self-care, leveraging supervision, and engaging in peer support while navigating the emotional demands of the role.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The facility operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The ideal candidate will have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including daytime, swing, and overnight within a 40-hour work week (8 hours per day, 5 days per week) and scheduled any day from Sunday through Saturday.

This program only uses physical interventions as a last resort to prevent serious injury or in situations requiring life-saving measures. Residential Counselors must pass emergency intervention training which includes a written and physical hands-on competency examination; annual examinations are conducted to maintain certification.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education, Counseling, Child Development or related fields.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles, including awareness of the impact of trauma on behavior and development
• Training and experience in managing assaultive behavior and physical restraint.
• A minimum of one year's experience providing direct supervision of youth in a residential treatment setting working with adolescents.
• A California Driver's License in good standing.

IMPORTANT: (COYC) is a Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program and by law, requires employees to obtain and maintain security clearance and be bondable. Any prior criminal conviction since your 18th birthday (excluding marijuana-related offenses that are older than two years as listed in the California Labor Code 432.8) will result in a denial of your security clearance by the Community Care Licensing agency. While in some circumstances an employer may obtain a waiver of conviction from the licensing agency, Behavioral Health has a policy against obtaining such waivers/exemptions for perspective employees. In addition, Behavioral Health will not accept such waivers/exemptions obtained from the licensing agency by applicants in any other manner.

Community Care Licensing also requires providers working in this facility to maintain 40 hours of annual training related to the field, which are provided by the facility. This includes but is not limited to training in Professional Assault Crisis Training model (Pro-Act) upon hire and yearly basis.

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

Qualifications

Security Clearance:
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

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:

• Residential Counselor I: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education, Counseling, Child Development or related fields.

Special Requirements:

• Must have the ability to complete 40 hours of mandated training annually.

Talent Acquisition Contact: Priscilla Bermudez (090325) Residential Counselor I/II – Canyon Oaks Youth Center – G025)

THE POSITION

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is currently hiring to fill two (2) full-time vacancies for the position of Clinical Therapist II within the Mobile Crisis Care Program (MCCP). Tri-City’s MCCP is a 24/7 mobile crisis response team with shifts that may include evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and holidays. Weekend and night shifts will be entitled to Shift Differential Pay of $2.50 per hour on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and $3.50 per hour on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Holiday shifts will be entitled to Holiday Pay.

Tri-City is looking for individuals to serve as Clinical Therapist II on a full-time basis for the MCCP. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will be part of a team that provides crisis intervention and stabilization, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will report to the Mobile Crisis Care Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Program Manager.

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

• Respond to client’s (Full-Service Partnership and Adult and Children’s Outpatient Programs and other specialty mental health services) crisis calls with or without law enforcement;
   

• Perform field-based and telephone emergency mental health evaluations and crisis stabilization in accordance with agency procedure;
   

• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals, groups, and families;
   

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;
   

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health problems and their reaction to them;
   

• Work on a multidisciplinary team for crisis response.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is currently hiring to fill a Part-Time vacancy for the position of Peer Support Specialist I/II (PSS) within the Children's Outpatient Program supporting our FSP/TAY (Full Service Partnership/ Transitional age youth) clients. The PSS position provides peer-to-peer support services in the office and/or in the field including, but not limited to outreach, support, encouragement, guidance, advocacy, and referrals to external resources and services for clients and their families; builds rapport with clients and their families through sharing stories of lived experience and recovery.

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

• Encourages and supports clients to fully engage in services; provides outreach and assists clients in addressing and overcoming barriers to treatment.

• Provides resources and referrals to address basic needs and other barriers to wellness and recovery including food, housing, clothing, transportation, and other financial resources.

• Assists clients with setting, implementing, and tracking wellness and recovery goals; develops individual Wellness and Recovery Action Plans (WRAP); models and shares effective coping strategies.

• Assists clients and families to understand behavioral health problems and steps to recovery.

• Provides support and guidance in navigating systems and obtaining additional support services; attends meetings and therapy sessions with clients (as needed); assists with completing applications and forms; and ensures client concerns are address and processes understood.

$2500 Sign-on Bonus for New Employees!

Intermittent Teleworking Available!

Annual Salary Ranges:

• Clinical Supervisor I  $109,254.76 - $139,439.83
• Clinical Supervisor II  $117,655.45 - $150,161.33

Are you a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)?

Are you inspired by providing mentorship, coaching, and supervision to clinical staff who work directly with moderate to severe mental health clients?  Tri-City has a position for you!

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting to fill a vacancy for Clinical Supervisor I/II within the Adult/Older Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.

The Clinical Supervisor I/II will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community.  The Clinical Supervisor I/II will report to the Clinical Program Manager.

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

Position Responsibilities:

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

• Coordinate, supervise, and direct the clinical, operational, and program activities of the unit on a day-to-day basis to meet objectives.
   

• Provide direct client services within the appropriate scope of practice.
   

• Guide and consult with staff and the Clinical Program Manager regarding Agency philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; make recommendations and implement updates to programmatic, clinical, and administrative policies.
   

• Supervise, train, evaluate, and participate in the selection of subordinate clinical and administrative staff, student interns, Mental Health Specialists, and Mental Health Workers; initiate and participate in personnel actions in accordance with Agency HR practices.
   

• Provide or arrange clinical supervision for licensed and unlicensed staff.
   

• Analyze caseloads, forecast resource needs, and review reports for accuracy and timely adjustments.
   

• Ensure compliance with mandated documentation, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements to maintain efficient and effective unit operations.
   

• Assist in the development and coordination of in-service training and staff development programs.
   

• May be required to transport clients using personal or Agency vehicles.
   

• Participate in on-call rotations and perform other duties as assigned.

***Tri-City is currently offering telework as a scheduling option based on the needs of the Department and at the discretion of the Department Manager.***

THE POSITION

Tri-City is now actively recruiting for a Clinical Supervisor I or II for the School Based Services Program within the Child & Family Clinic. The Clinical Supervisor I/II position will report to the Clinical Program Manager and will supervise Clinical Therapists.

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

• Collaborate with Program Manager to provide appropriate staff placement based on the clinical needs of the patients and ensure delivery of quality patient care; monitor, maintain, and adjust staffing levels according to unit productivity and staffing goals; participate in data collection for unit based on quality assurance indicators

• Provide guidance to subordinates on Agency philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures through casework conferences, staff meetings, and work review; assist and participate in the development and coordination of in-service training and staff development programs.

• Coordinate, supervise, and direct the clinical, operational and program activities, inclusive of unit personnel, on a day-to-day basis to meet unit objectives.

• Provide direct services to clients under appropriate scope of practice.

• Make or review decisions on difficult client assessment and casework matters; supervise the timely and accurate submission of activity logs of assigned staff; and review caseload and task/needs reports for accuracy and timely changes.

•  Analyze existing caseloads and forecast resource needs.

The Position

The City of Fremont's Human Services Department is seeking temporary employees to work evening shifts, from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. during winter months (approximately October 13, 2025, through April 30, 2026). This position plays a vital role in supporting the temporary Winter Relief emergency shelter program, which provides a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Winter Relief Monitors will work under the direction of a Senior Program Coordinator and be responsible for up to 20 hours of work per week.

Training will include topics including harm reduction, de-escalation, Critical Time Intervention (CTI), and local community-based resources.

Examples of Duties

• Foster a supportive and respectful environment through empathetic communication, addressing emotional challenges that may arise during participant transitions.
• Enforce program rules to maintain a safe environment by providing verbal warnings and educational support to promote understanding and voluntary compliance.
• Respond promptly to emergencies by assessing situations, contacting emergency services (e.g., 911), and communicating with property staff and public safety personnel.
• Operate a City of Fremont vehicle as required.
• Conduct daily room visits, distribute meals and supplies, and engage with participants to build rapport and understand individual needs.
• Collaborate in weekly team meetings for case consultation, providing input and developing strategies to support participants’ connections to community resources.
• Maintain accurate records, including daily sign-in sheets, incident reports, and documentation of on-site activities.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Description

The County Executive’s Office is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of County Procurement Program Services Manager II.

The Procurement Division of the County Executive’s Office provides procurement services to all County departments and acts as a regulatory mechanism to help county departments obtain maximum value for each dollar spent, while maintaining compliance with all relevant County, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, and policies.   The Procurement Division (Division) also connects with and assists vendors in conducting business with the County.   

The Division successfully operates under several ordinances, codes, and policies designed to heighten worker standard of living, support local business, protect tax-payor dollars, and support eco-friendly practices.  The following are examples:

• The Living Wage Ordinance sets a minimum wage, which contractors are required to pay employees providing services under County contracts.  
• To support interested vendors, the Procurement Division offers a variety of trainings that review and explain the County’s Request for Proposals (RFP) process, contracting, and OpenGov.  
• The Procurement Division follows a Code of Ethical Conduct to ensure that expenditures of public funds, through the procurement and contracting process, occur in an ethical and responsible manner.   

In 2022, the County Procurement Division received the Award for Excellence in Procurement, an award conferred on organizations that demonstrate a commitment to procurement excellence. The division received this award again in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

The Position

The Program Services Manager II (PSM II) will have the opportunity to coordinate the day-to-day operations of the office including managing staff, overseeing OpenGov - the County’s electronic procurement system, developing and facilitating special projects, such as the Vendor Fair and Procurement Academy, collaborating with the cities in San Mateo County regarding procurement and purchasing services, and updating policies and procedures, including the Procurement Handbook.  

The PSM II will supervise and manage a dedicated team within the Division. In addition, the PSM II will develop and deliver trainings, act as procurement consultant to all county departments and special districts, and work to increase office efficiency and effectiveness.  The PSM II will be part of the management team helping lead the dedicated team of lead, professional, technical, and clerical subject matter experts committed to exceptional customer service and fair, open, competitive, timely, and ethical procurement practices.  

We seek a collaborative and innovative leader with keen business acumen and a desire to lead a team to the next level of professional development.  We also seek an experienced manager with proven success using enhanced technology to procure $400 million of supplies, equipment, and services annually. Additionally, we seek someone committed to the values of this government agency, providing exceptional services to the communities we serve.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience in purchasing and RFP development. 
• Has demonstrated knowledge of and experience in government procurement and agreement administration and can serve as a subject matter expert for the County.
• Has skills and experience in planning, organizing, administering, reviewing, and evaluating departmental procedures for the procurement of services.
• Has knowledge of and experience incorporating relevant laws, regulations, and policies that affect and/or regulate government procurement.
• Has experience assisting with the administration of an e-procurement system.
• Has skills and experience in planning, coordinating, and leading County-wide special projects.
• Is an influential communicator and proven relationship-builder who can successfully collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including department heads, staff members, contractors, and vendors. 
• Is committed to maintaining a high standard of customer service to all departments, contractors, and vendors.
• Is an effective change agent who can guide employees throughout the organization in adopting new systems and procedural changes.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Though not required, a designation as a Certified Purchasing Professional, such as Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPO) is strongly desired. 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Coordinate and direct the daily operation of Countywide procurement services, special programs, and large-scale projects.
• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives; identify methods to streamline processes to drive efficiencies; maintain and update procedures and ensure compliance; research trends and best practices; and recommend and implement changes.
• Review, create, and implement countywide policies and procedures to establish and maintain criteria and guidelines for fair and efficient procurement practices.
• Oversee the maintenance of detailed records of assigned activities and results, such as reports, records, bids, contracts, and other documents.
• Coordinate with County officials and staff, the Board, vendors, the public, community organizations, and/or external agencies; develop internal and external partnerships; and represent the division in Countywide collaboration and work group meetings.
• Select, supervise, and evaluate professional, technical, and clerical subordinates; ensure provision of staff training; and direct personnel actions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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 increasingly responsible experience managing complex procurement activities and providing operational oversight, including direct management of staff engaged in procurement activities. 

Application/Examination

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, submit an online County employment application along with answers to the supplemental questions. This is an Open and Promotional recruitment. Anyone may apply. County of San Mateo employees may receive preferential points.

The examination process will consist of an initial review of application materials, an Application Screening by subject matter experts, and 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 a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents. 

Because of the screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California. Applicants must participate at their own expense. 

Applications for this position will only be accepted online at: http://jobs.smcgov.org.

Recruitment Schedule

Final Filing Date: September 8, 2025, by 11:59 PM

Application Screening: September 10-15, 2025

Panel/Departmental Interviews: September 29-30, 2025

Join Our Team:

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Be part of something new. Tri-City Mental Health Authority is seeking a licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team in a newly established position under California’s AB 890 Section 103. This autonomous role offers a unique opportunity to shape integrated, equitable mental health care for our community.

Currently, this position is designated to work a 5/40 schedule, Monday - Friday during normal business hours (8AM - 5PM).  Specific shift start and end times for this position may vary depending on the need of the department and agreement with supervisor.

THE POSITION

As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll provide comprehensive psychiatric and mental health services, including independent prescribing, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and leadership within a collaborative care team. This position serves individuals and families with complex mental health needs, helping reduce barriers to care through culturally responsive, trauma-informed practice.  This position will report to the Medical Director or a Supervising/Lead Psychiatrist.

Key Responsibilities/Examples of Essential Duties*:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments.

• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders using DSM criteria.

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications independently.

• Deliver individual, group, and/or family therapy and psychoeducation.

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers to ensure client-centered care.

• Document services in compliance with HIPAA and HITECH standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice and licensure.

*A full list of essential duties is attached below in the Job Description.

The Department

The Human Services Department (HSD) delivers and supports services by forging long-term community partnerships; engaging with and building the capacity of the community to do its own problem-solving; and leveraging financial and volunteer resources.

The Position

The Clinical Supervisor will provide clinical and administrative leadership to the Aging and Family Services Division. The mission of the Aging and Family Services Division is to foster a high quality of life for older adults through its Senior Support Services. The Senior Support Services employs a team of caring professionals from diverse backgrounds which include social workers, a public health nurse, counselors, and peers who will work closely with other department staff to provide cohesive wrap-around services for older adults and their families.

Examples of Job Duties

• Develop and maintain systems necessary to support effective and efficient Senior Support Programs. This includes the responsibilities of: supervising a multi-disciplinary team; monitoring contractual and billing procedures; electronic charting requirements; working with other providers and referral organizations; utilization review and methods for integrating the work of the Aging and Family Services Division and Human Services Department.
• Facilitate and support the work of a multi-disciplinary team in providing services to seniors with complex care needs and their caregivers.
• Oversee contract development, billing processes and service deliverables necessary to support the programs. Complete reports required by funding agencies and build strong working relationships with funding parties.

The Department

The Human Services Department (HSD) delivers and supports services by forging long-term community partnerships; engaging with and building the capacity of the community to do its own problem-solving; and leveraging financial and volunteer resources.

The Position

The Multipurpose Senior Service Program (MSSP) Case Manager will perform professional and clinical social work tasks and duties for older adults living with complex medical conditions to assist them to obtain optimum health, financial, and/or social services. As a member of the Human Services Department, this position reports to a Clinical Supervisor in the Aging and Family Services Division.

This is a regular, part-time position (32 hours/week) and will receive pro-rated benefits.

Examples of Job Duties

• Manage a caseload of 28-32 clients comprised of older individuals with complex medical conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments and develop and monitor service plan.
• Collaborate with team members, Human Services programs, and community agencies.
• Conduct home visits and provide other community interventions.
• Conduct inter-agency and/or family conferences.
• Advocate for clients in accessing services.
• Monitor services provided for each client.
• Maintain timely electronic documentation of services, reporting, and billing.
• Participate in peer chart audits and outside audit preparation.
• Prepare and present training, outreach, and educational sessions and materials.