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Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and open space? Do you seek an opportunity to work on planning projects that focus on land use, public access improvements and staff facilities?  Midpen has an excellent opportunity for a skilled Planner III who will manage complex planning projects supporting public access and outdoor recreation in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.  The ideal candidate will be an organized, creative, and energetic self-starter with excellent communication and project management skills, who enjoys working within a collaborative team dynamic. Top-level candidates are familiar with feasibility studies, public outreach and engagement, design project management, environmental review processes, and local, state, and federal land use laws and permitting processes, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHP), etc.

About Midpen: Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with over 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position:  Midpen's Board approved the addition of two new Planner III positions to the Planning Department. The Planner III focuses on a wide variety of planning and capital improvement projects that include long-range planning; land use planning; and conceptual site design to increase public access, outdoor recreation, and enjoyment of Midpen’s lands. The Planner III is tasked with performing complex professional level planning, analysis, and design; developing and administering project scopes, schedules and budgets; directing the feasibility and conceptual design phase of capital improvement projects such as trails, staging areas and staff facilities; developing recommendations for land use policies; preparing long-range master plans to guide the use and management of Midpen lands; conducting or overseeing studies to identify and evaluate environmental issues related to public access and natural and cultural resources; conducting public outreach and engagement; preparing requests for proposals; assisting in development of grant applications; preparing and/or assisting in the preparation of environmental review documents; and obtaining planning permits and initial approvals for projects. The Planner III also provides project presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, and Committees, and at public meetings, that may be held in the evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who works independently with some supervision; communicates well and collaborates closely with internal team members from other departments to complete project requirements; works with local jurisdictional agencies to coordinate planning and permitting efforts; directs multidisciplinary teams of consultants; prepares and presents clear and concise oral and written communications to senior staff and management, the Board of Directors and public; keeps projects on schedule and on budget while remaining flexible to adjust priorities as needed; maintains well-organized and complete project documentation; and builds trust with peers, community members, stakeholders, and Midpen leadership. Beneficial skills for this position would include experience using computer-based and/or other systems such as GIS for management and analysis of data regarding Midpen lands, facilities, natural and cultural resources, as well as experience in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and tribal relations.

For additional information about the position, see the Job Description page on Midpen’s website. The position receives direct supervision from a Senior Planner.

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment and contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team of bright, energetic, and motivated professionals with a passion for the outdoors, trails, and preserving open space
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment:  This position is part of the Planning Department at the District’s offices in Los Altos, California.  Planner III project presentations may be held in the evenings and weekends. In addition to working in the office, the Planner III will sometimes work in the field and hike through steep terrain and wildland areas.  Field work will require driving in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment. Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work schedule for this position, which includes a 9/80 schedule.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:  Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban or regional planning, environmental planning or design, environmental sciences, landscape architecture or a related field, and at least three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience with five (5) years desired in project management (design, planning or environmental review projects), preferably in parks, open space or related field, including at least one (1) year of direct supervisory and administrative responsibility (which can include management of consultant team). 

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:   Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page on Midpen’s website for details.

How to Apply: apply online at CalOpps.org.

(To avoid missing email communication regarding your status in this recruitment, please add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders)

This recruitment is open until filled. The first review of applications is March 25, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Interview Schedule:  (dates are subject to change)

First Interview (virtual): April 11, 2024

Written Exercise (virtual): April 22, 2024

Second Interview (in person): April 23, 2024

A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

 

Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.

 

At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region. Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200.   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

 

 

 

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker I/II - Marriage & Family Therapist I/II Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - Youth Services - Spanish Speaking Required

 

Link to brochure: http://tinyurl.com/2s46b52m

 

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

First-time external new hires, or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Psychiatric Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist position in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/

 

San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), Child and Youth Services https://www.smchealth.org/bhrs, provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, and families focusing on prevention, early intervention and treatment of youth diagnosed as Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) and/or substance use disorders. We provide services through specialty teams outpatient clinics, in schools, and field-based teams in Daly City, San Mateo, Half Moon Bay, Redwood City and East Palo Alto. BHRS also provides services through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient and wraparound services. BHRS supports treatment of the whole person to achieve wellness and recovery, and to promote the health and well-being of the people, families and communities we serve. Additionally for Residential Youth Treatment at Canyon Oaks Youth Center, Community Care Licensing requires providers working in this facility to maintain 40 hours of annual training related to the field, most of which are provided by the facility. Clinicians will also need to be trained in Professional Assault Crisis Training model (Pro-Act) upon hire.

 

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Strong assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management and various treatment modalities
• Experience providing treatment for youth with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED).
• Experience delivering services to youth who have mental health and substance use conditions.
• Experience delivering services in specialty areas for infants, children, youth, adolescents and/or transitional age youth.
• Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, such as Latino, Pacific Islander, African American, and LGBTQ, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public.
• Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN).
• Fluency in Spanish and experience providing clinical services using bilingual skills.

 

Additionally, for Residential Youth Treatment

• Knowledge of the principles of Trauma Informed Care Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting.

 

Additionally, for Youth Services Center

• Experience working in a facility juvenile hall setting.
• Experience providing case management services for youth detained in a juvenile hall setting.
• Demonstrated ability in providing clinical mental health services to Youth population with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED) and/or substance use disorders conditions.

 

Example of Duties

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

• Perform initial diagnostic evaluation noting behavioral symptoms.
• Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients in the caseload.
• Conduct individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions for clients.
• Develop individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psycho educational modalities.
• Conduct suicide/risk assessments & crisis intervention.
• Conduct home visits and/or field-based services (as relevant to program needs.)
• Awareness of community resources in order to provide linkage to additional supportive services.
• Conduct treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children.
• Work as a part of a multidisciplinary team. Utilize Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence-based practices.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls (Youth Services Center/Youth Case Management Positions)
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification

• Psychiatric Social Worker I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Clinical Social Worker). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California. For Psychiatric Social Worker II, current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is required.
• Marriage & Family Therapist I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. For Marriage & Family Therapist II, current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is required.

Education and Experience

• A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

 

Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I

$43.56 - $54.46 Hourly

$7,550.40 - $9,439.73 Monthly

$90,604.80 - $113,276.80 Annually

Psychiatric Social Worker /Marriage & Family Therapist II

$48.98 - $61.26 Hourly

$8,489.87 - $10,618.40 Monthly

$101,878.40 - $127,420.80 Annually

 

Application/Examination

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

 

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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https ://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker I/II - Marriage & Family Therapist I/II Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - Youth Services

 

Link to brochure: http://tinyurl.com/ybd4d7un

 

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

First-time external new hires, or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Psychiatric Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist position in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/

 

San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), Child and Youth Services https://www.smchealth.org/bhrs, provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, and families focusing on prevention, early intervention and treatment of youth diagnosed as Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) and/or substance use disorders. We provide services through specialty teams, outpatient clinics, in schools, and field-based teams in Daly City, San Mateo, Half Moon Bay, Redwood City and East Palo Alto. BHRS also provides services through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient and wraparound services. BHRS supports treatment of the whole person to achieve wellness and recovery, and to promote the health and well-being of the people, families and communities we serve. Additionally for Residential Youth Treatment at Canyon Oaks Youth Center, Community Care Licensing requires providers working in this facility to maintain 40 hours of annual training related to the field, most of which are provided by the facility. Clinicians will also need to be trained in Professional Assault Crisis Training model (Pro-Act) upon hire.

 

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Strong assessment, diagnostic and evaluation skills
• Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management and various treatment modalities
• Experience providing treatment for youth with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED).
• Experience delivering services to youth who have mental health and substance use conditions. Experience delivering services in specialty areas for infants, children, youth, adolescents and/or transitional age youth.
• Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, such as Latino, Pacific Islander, African American, and LGBTQ, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public.
• Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN).
• Fluency in Spanish and experience providing clinical services using bilingual skills.

 

Additionally, for Residential Youth Treatment

• Knowledge of the principles of Trauma Informed Care Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting.

 

Additionally, for Youth Services Center

• Experience working in a facility juvenile hall setting.
• Experience providing case management services for youth detained in a juvenile hall setting.
• Demonstrated ability in providing clinical mental health services to Youth population with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED) and/or substance use disorders conditions.

 

Example of Duties

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

• Perform initial diagnostic evaluation noting behavioral symptoms. Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients in the caseload.
• Conduct individual, group and family counseling/therapy sessions for clients.
• Develop individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psycho educational modalities.
• Conduct suicide/risk assessments & crisis intervention.
• Conduct home visits and/or field-based services (as relevant to program needs.)
• Awareness of community resources in order to provide linkage to additional supportive services.
• Conduct treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children.
• Work as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence-based practices.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls (Youth Services Center/Youth Case Management Positions)
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification

• Psychiatric Social Worker I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Clinical Social Worker). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California. For Psychiatric Social Worker II, current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is required.
• Marriage & Family Therapist I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California.
• For Marriage & Family Therapist II, current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is required.

 

Education and Experience

• A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

 

Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I

$43.56 - $54.46 Hourly

$7,550.40 - $9,439.73 Monthly

$90,604.80 - $113,276.80 Annually

Psychiatric Social Worker /Marriage & Family Therapist II

$48.98 - $61.26 Hourly

$8,489.87 - $10,618.40 Monthly

$101,878.40 - $127,420.80 Annually

 

Application/Examination

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

 

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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https ://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker I/II - Marriage & Family Therapist I/II Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - Adult Services - Spanish Speaking Required

 

Link to brochure: https://bit.ly/3wgTlKL

 

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

First-time external new hires, or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Psychiatric Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist position in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/

 

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults. We provide behavioral health in diverse settings including community outpatient clinics, corrections, field-based settings such as homeless encampments and shelters, and through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient services, residential treatment, rehabilitation and other services for adults. BHRS Adult and Older Adult Services serves residents of San Mateo County age 18 years and older with severe functional impairments due to a serious mental illness and a/or multiple co-occurring, substance, medical and/or developmental disorder. The Adult Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage Family Therapists an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team, providing a broad range of psychosocial interventions with the goal of improving the quality of life of the client.

 

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Skills in assessment, diagnostic, and evaluation techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed care principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management and various treatment modalities (e.g. evidence-based practices).
• Experience providing treatment for adults with serious mental illness.
• Experience delivering services to adult consumers who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience delivering services in diverse populations for adults and older adults. In a variety of settings (e.g. outpatient clinics, homeless encampments, shelters and correctional settings).
• Comprehensive and timely documentation skills (e.g. progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.).
• Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, such as Latino, Pacific Islander, African American, and LGBTQ, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public.
• Extensive knowledge of available community resources within the County of San Mateo and its neighboring counties.
• Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN).
• Fluency in Spanish and experience providing clinical services using bilingual skills.

 

Example of Duties

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

• Perform initial diagnostic evaluation noting behavioral symptoms which may indicate a psychiatric or co-occurring disorder and interpersonal or family dysfunction;
• Perform risk assessments; Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients in the caseload;
• Provide individual, group and family therapy, care coordination, case management, rehabilitation, and crisis intervention as appropriate;
• Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psycho educational modalities;
• Conduct home visits and/or field-based services;
• Crisis Intervention;
• Make client referrals and plan discharge procedures;
• Assess progress of clients on a selected basis and propose modifications to rehabilitation plans in order to meet goals agreed upon by the clients/patients;
• Prepare and maintain psychosocial case histories for use in diagnostic evaluations and of patient progress;
• Supervise doctoral interns, masters level student interns and trainees;
• Provide outreach, engagement and refer clients to appropriate mental health program service resources;
• Collect and evaluate psychiatric information such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships;
• Analyze factors which exert an adverse effect upon health problems, treatment, or recovery, or which may contribute to or are responsible for mental illness or affect the potential for rehabilitation;
• Conduct treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children toward the goal of achieving higher functioning in interpersonal relationships and learning.
• Work as a psychiatric team member with other treatment disciplines;
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence-based practices
• Provide consultation and education services. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls for Crisis and Outreach and HEAL;
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification

• Psychiatric Social Worker I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Clinical Social Worker). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California. For Psychiatric Social Worker II, current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is required.
• Marriage & Family Therapist I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. For Marriage & Family Therapist II, current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is required.

 

Education and Experience

• A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

 

Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I

$43.56 - $54.46 Hourly

$7,550.40 - $9,439.73 Monthly

$90,604.80 - $113,276.80 Annually

Psychiatric Social Worker /Marriage & Family Therapist II

$48.98 - $61.26 Hourly

$8,489.87 - $10,618.40 Monthly

$101,878.40 - $127,420.80 Annually

 

Application/Examination

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

 

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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https ://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Psychiatric Social Worker I/II - Marriage & Family Therapist I/II, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services - Adult Services!

 

Link to brochure: https://bit.ly/3UVPo8H

 

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

First-time external new hires, or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Psychiatric Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist position in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/

 

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults. We provide behavioral health in diverse settings including community outpatient clinics, field-based settings such as homeless encampments and shelters, and through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient services, residential treatment, rehabilitation and other services for adults. BHRS Adult and Older Adult Services serves residents of San Mateo County age 18 years and older with severe functional impairments due to a serious mental illness and/or multiple co-occurring substance use, medical, and/or developmental disorders. The Adult Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage Family Therapists are integral members of a multidisciplinary team, providing a broad range of psychosocial interventions with the goal of improving the quality of life of the client.

 

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Skills in assessment, diagnostic, and evaluation techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed care principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management and various treatment modalities (e.g. evidence-based practices).
• Experience providing treatment for adults with serious mental illness.
• Experience delivering services to adult consumers who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience delivering services in diverse populations for adults and older adults. In a variety of settings (e.g. outpatient clinics, homeless encampments, shelters and correctional settings).
• Comprehensive and timely documentation skills (e.g. progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.).
• Demonstrated expertise, skill and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, such as Latino, Pacific Islander, African American, and LGBTQ, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners and the public.
• Extensive knowledge of available community resources within the County of San Mateo and its neighboring counties.
• Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN, Epic).

 

Example of Duties

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

• Perform initial diagnostic evaluation noting behavioral symptoms which may indicate a psychiatric or co-occurring disorder and interpersonal or family dysfunction.
• Perform risk assessments.
• Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients in the caseload.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy, care coordination, case management, rehabilitation, and crisis intervention as appropriate.
• Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic, psychosocial and psycho educational modalities.
• Conduct home visits and/or field-based services. Crisis Intervention. Make client referrals and plan discharge procedures.
• Assess progress of clients on a selected basis and propose modifications to rehabilitation plans in order to meet goals agreed upon by the clients/patients.
• Prepare and maintain psychosocial case histories for use in diagnostic evaluations and of patient progress.
• Supervise doctoral interns, masters level student interns and trainees.
• Provide outreach, engagement and refer clients to appropriate mental health program service resources.
• Collect and evaluate psychiatric information such as case histories, behavior patterns and family relationships.
• Analyze factors which exert an adverse effect upon health problems, treatment, or recovery, or which may contribute to or are responsible for mental illness or affect the potential for rehabilitation.
• Conduct treatment groups in schools and other community settings with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children toward the goal of achieving higher functioning in interpersonal relationships and learning.
• Work as a psychiatric team member with other treatment disciplines.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence-based practices.
• Provide consultation and education services. Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and responding to after-hours calls for Crisis and Outreach and HEAL. Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure/Certification

• Psychiatric Social Worker I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Clinical Social Worker). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California. For Psychiatric Social Worker II, current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is required.
• Marriage & Family Therapist I/II: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Intern (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. For Marriage & Family Therapist II, current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is required.

 

Education and Experience

• A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

 

Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I

$43.56 - $54.46 Hourly

$7,550.40 - $9,439.73 Monthly

$90,604.80 - $113,276.80 Annually

Psychiatric Social Worker /Marriage & Family Therapist II

$48.98 - $61.26 Hourly

$8,489.87 - $10,618.40 Monthly

$101,878.40 - $127,420.80 Annually

 

Application/Examination

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

 

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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https ://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

The City of Hayward is currently accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Manager - Total Rewards 

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. 

Application submitted through CalOpps.org will not be considered.

Salary: $158,454.40 - $192,608.00 Annually (DOE)

Full-Time, Flexible/Hybrid Employment

Job Number:

U135-2023-08

DEADLINE TO APPLY:   Applicants are encouraged to apply now! This is a continuous recruitment and will be reviewed in two-week intervals. 

THE POSITION:
The City of Hayward is recruiting to fill one vacancy in the Human Resources Manager classification. The current vacancy is responsible for the City’s Total Rewards Division, manages and supervises all aspects of citywide employee health and wellness programs, including employee benefits, retirement, workers' compensation, leaves of absence, and safety and risk management.

This position creates opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of City employees while working within a dynamic and diverse HR environment administering innovative and responsible rewards and wellness solutions that facilitate the ability to better attract and retain future talent through competitive benefits and compensation offerings.

 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: 

The ideal candidate for the Total Rewards vacancy is a seasoned human resources professional with a deep understanding of employee benefits, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, health and wellness engagement, and comprehensive safety programs.

Top candidates will have three (3) years’ experience directly supervising diverse teams of professional, technical, and administrative staff within in public sector environments and direct experience administering organization-wide benefits, leaves, workers’ compensation, and risk and safety programs. Candidates most likely to be successful in this role will balance industry standard expertise and best practices with organizational needs to enhance systems and processes that help deliver these services to City employees. Candidates with success utilizing strong negotiation skills, managing vendor relationships, strategic organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: 
 
General direction is provided by the Deputy Director of Human Resources. Provides direct supervision of professional, technical, and administrative staff assigned to the Human Resources Department.
 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
 
This is an unrepresented mid-management classification that oversees, directs, and participates in the day-to-day operations of an assigned Human Resources division, including planning, and budgeting, coordinating with other divisions and departments, and managing and accomplishing the complex and varied functions of the department. The position is distinguished from the Senior Human Resources Analyst, which is an advanced journey-level classification that performs a wide variety of professional level duties independently but does not have full division management responsibility.  The classification is distinguished from the Deputy Director of Human Resources, which is a single management-level classification that provides oversight of the entire Human Resources program and assists the Director of Human Resources in overall Human Resources management and policy development.

Essential Duties:

• Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the assigned program area. 
• Selects, trains, and provides for the professional development of department staff; plans, organizes, administers, and evaluates the work of department staff; evaluates and monitors workflow and distribution of work; authorizes discipline as required.
• Interprets and applies City rules, policies and procedures, Memoranda of Understanding, and local, state, and federal laws; provides policy guidance and interpretation to staff.
• Develops City policies and procedures related to the assigned program area; monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may impact operations and revise rules as needed.
• Prepares, administers, and is responsible for the budget for assigned program areas; forecasts additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administers the approved budget; monitors and controls expenditures.
• Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change. 
• Researches, compiles, analyzes, and evaluates general and statistical information regarding assigned program area.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, and other written materials.
•  Provides technical advice to the City leadership team and the Council in area of expertise. 
• Assumes the responsibility of the Deputy Director of Human Resources in their absence or as needed.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with other City employees, consultants, and the community. 
• Confers with and represents the Department and the City in meetings with members of the Council, Personnel Commission, various governmental agencies, developers, contractors, business, and industrial groups and the community. 
• Maintains and supervises the Technology Information Systems as they relate to the Department, confidential personnel files, and other sensitive employee records.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of human resources in a public agency setting, including recruitment, selection, equal employment opportunity, and employee onboarding; job analysis and classification; compensation and benefit analysis and administration; employee relations, including the interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; public sector labor relations, including effective negotiation techniques, grievance resolution methods, and progressive discipline.
• Practices of researching program issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports. Applicable Federal and State laws; City regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision. 
• Principles and practices of budget development, administration, and accountability. 
• Organization and supervisory practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned program. 
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment. 
• Recordkeeping principles and procedures. 
• Computer applications related to the work. 
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. 
• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. 
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, administer, coordinate, review, and evaluate all areas of a comprehensive human resources management program. 
• Administer programs and the work of staff directly. 
• Provide for the selection, training, development, motivation, and work evaluation of staff. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department. Interpret, apply, and explain complex laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. 
• Provide staff support in complex, sensitive, or difficult human resources related assignments requiring a high level of independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and sophisticated knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and contractual agreements. 
• Prepare and administer budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner. 
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. 
• Make sound, independent decisions in day-to-day activities and in emergency situations. 
• Conduct thorough fact finding or investigations as needed.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. 
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner. 
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. 
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations. 
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. 
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Identify and take appropriate action when unusual operating problems occur. 
• Maintain attention to detail and accuracy while meeting critical deadlines. 
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. 
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible Human Resources management experience including assignments in the areas of recruitment, selection, classification, training, compensation, employee and labor relations, worker's compensation and safety administration, and employee benefits or other pertinent job-related areas, including two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, business, or public administration or closely related field.

 

Supplemental Information:

 

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year

 

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Please do not submit your application through CalOpps.org. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (855) 524-5627.

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Deputy City Clerk with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED, HOWEVER, CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS THERE WILL BE A FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024. 

Why work for the City of South San Francisco?

This position provides an excellent opportunity to apply your passion for producing quality work, with high attention to detail, to support critical municipal operations. Working alongside city staff, with advanced document management skills, you will develop the role into a career, knowing your job makes a difference in the community. The City of South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming, and a dynamic, engaged community making it a great place to live, learn, work, and play.

The Department: 

The City Clerk’s Office administrates democratic processes such as elections, access to records, and all legislative actions, ensuring transparency to the public. The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for acting as a compliance officer for federal, state, and local statutes including the Political Reform Act, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act.

The Position:

Under general direction, the Deputy City Clerk is responsible for providing back-up support to the City Clerk and Assistant City Clerk.  This includes but is not limited to records management, public records requests, attendance at Council and/or Standing Committee meetings, preparing and editing minutes, and assisting with special projects. May be responsible for noticing, advertising, and calendaring public hearings.

The position is an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for a candidate with a broad vision and proven track record of implementing best practices in a Municipal Clerk’s Office and promoting public trust in local government, good government, and transparency.

Position Highlights: 

1. Gain hands-on experience in various aspects of Human Resources 

2. Learn valuable skills from a team that is dedicated to your career goals 

3. Connect with various key stakeholders in all City departments 

 

The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a dedicated and ambitious Human Resources Intern to join our team for a 3- or 6-month internship!  This is a great opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources and eager to gain hands-on experience in a public sector environment. The internship will be approximately 15-20 hours per week and includes flexible scheduling options to balance other commitments, such as school. 

 

Primary Responsibilities 

The HR Intern will provide support to the HR department and assist with the following: 

• Recruitment – posting job openings, screening applications, and coordinating and preparing materials for interviews 

• New Hire Onboarding and Orientation – sending offer letters and onboarding packets, collecting information for enrollment, drafting communications 

• Document Management – maintaining employee records, updating databases and files, and entering data 

• Digital Transformation – the conversion of physical records and forms to electronic format 

• HR Analysis – conducting research and analysis on HR-related topics, creating reports and summarizing findings 

• Talent Development and Training – setting up training initiatives and assignments, assigning courses, managing rosters, updating employee files 

• Employee Inquiries and Correspondence – Assisting in responding via email, phone, Microsoft Teams, HR help ticket, and in person 

$2500 Sign-on Bonus!

 

Annual Salary Ranges:

Clinical Therapist I $75,806 - $96,750

Clinical Therapist II $83,676 - $106,79

 

Are you looking for a clinical position that allows you to make a difference and be a part of an active and engaged community?

Do you love working with children, adolescents and youth?

Tri-City has a position for you!

We are currently looking to fill one (1) vacancy for the Clinical Therapist I/II with our Child and Family Services Department in our School Partnership Team.

Our Clinical Therapist I/II  will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families in the field, in the office, and/or in the school setting.  In addition, we offer flexible scheduling options including telecommuting, bilingual and on-call pay!

The positions are responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide individual, family, group therapy for adults, children, adolescents, and youth with mental illness and their families; facilitate child and family team meetings;

• Within scope of authority, assesses, diagnoses, and treats a variety of clients with mental health disorders; collaborates with clients and creates individualized treatments plans according to client’s needs and circumstances.

• Provide home, field, office and/or school services; complete all DMH documentation; participate in the on-call rotation;

• Perform routine and emergency intake evaluations according to Authority procedure; completes appropriate forms and documents relating to the intake process; and prepares medical and demographic case history for use in diagnosis.

• Assists clients and family members in understanding behavioral health diagnosis, contributing factors/causes, effects, prognosis, rehabilitation, and treatment.

• Works with clients to address stressors and barriers to treatment and/or social functioning; identifies and focuses on client strengths and personal resources to effectively engage and treat client.

 

THE DEPARTMENT

The American Canyon Police Department provides first response services to all forms of emergencies and crises.  The Department provides public safety by enforcing the Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, Vehicle Code, and local ordinances.  American Canyon Police Department is comprised of 24 sworn peace officers, two non-sworn Police Technicians, and an Administrative Clerk.

THE POSITION

The Police Technician performs a variety of non-sworn, administrative and field support tasks associated with law enforcement support services, which may include property and evidence collection, crime prevention, parking enforcement, vehicle abatement, and community relations; to maintain confidential and highly sensitive records related to police activities; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

This is a high-profile position with frequent interactions with community members in often difficult circumstances. The quality of the work performed in this role is reflective of the standards of the Department and the City. This is a uniformed, civilian position that does not require peace officer status. However, a detailed background investigation, medical exam and drug screening is required due to the sensitive nature of the work involved.

This position is not designated for retired annuitants.

 

THE POSITION

Typical duties performed by a Police Technician may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Patrol areas of the City to identify and resolve parking violations and traffic hazards and enforce applicable laws; respond to citizen complaints regarding parking and abandoned vehicle laws; tag and arrange transportation of abandoned vehicles.
• Provide assistance, information and directions to motorists; assist in the coordination of Police Service support for special events in the community; provide traffic control at local schools.
• Respond to non-emergency calls and service requests; take information from citizens and prepare crime reports for non-active calls; interview victims, suspects and witnesses, as directed, and provide referral information.
• Assist with Neighborhood Watch meetings and other crime prevention activities; provide information to interested citizens on neighborhood alert procedures; assist in coordinating crime prevention public displays.
• Collect, receive, and safeguard property/evidence; maintain evidence chain-of-custody records; transport evidence to Sheriff’s Department, Department of Justice, and outside crime lab.
• Coordinate public education, safety and prevention programs, and community outreach activities related to assigned responsibilities.
• Serve as liaison between court staff and Police Officers; assist Police Officers with follow-up evidence requests from the District Attorney’s Office. 
• Log and distribute subpoenas to officers and citizens.
• Receive calls; respond to citizen’s questions and complaints within established guidelines; distribute calls for officer assistance to communications centers; take and relay messages to department personnel as required.
• Handle the abandoned vehicle program to include locating and citing abandoned vehicles and overseeing the towing away of the vehicle.
• Coordinate various crime prevention, volunteer, and community policing programs.
• Research and compile statistical data.
• Assist Police Officers with vehicle and person searches.
• Drive a City vehicle to respond to citizen/officer requests; assist and support patrol division in the performance of their duties in the field.
• Assist with coordination of fleet maintenance and daily fueling of vehicles. 
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform general administrative support functions; type letters, forms, memoranda, and reports; transcribe police reports and notes; operate a computer system to enter/retrieve/transfer data; copy materials; maintain filing systems, screen, sort, and distribute mail; order and maintain office supplies and equipment.
• Assist Police department personnel as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.