Supy Mental Health Counselor II - Lic (TAY & Forensic Mental Health Services at Juvenile Hall Supv)
Apply NowCompany: Napa County, CA
Location: Napa, CA 94558
Description:
Salary : $131,892.80 - $158,100.80 Annually
Location : Napa, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2054-2025-03-05
Department: Health & Human Services Agency
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 12:00 AM Pacific
The Napa Valley
Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.
Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.
Napa County as an Employer
As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. .
The Position
This position is responsible for the direct and clinical supervision of the Children's Services unit within the Behavioral Health division of Health and Human Services, including planning and coordinating the activities of the unit, monitoring quality assurance measures, staff development and serves as a member of the division's leadership team. The Supervising Mental Health Counselor-II also acts as a liaison to other program divisions within the department and with outside agencies, provides oversight of youth forensic mental health programming and is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of clinical evidence-based practices.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill 1 (one) full-time vacancy. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreed Salary increases and Wintertime Off (WTO):
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience and Education:
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
Experience:The equivalent of two years as a Mental Health Counselor I in the County of Napa.
OR
Two years of professional mental health counseling experience with one year in an administrative, supervisory or lead capacity in the mental health field.
Education:Master's or doctorate degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field approved by the State of California to provide psychotherapy.
AND
License :
LCSW or MFT license by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science plus two years experience providing psychotherapy services.
OR
Licensure as a Clinical Psychologist or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and two years of clinical experience.
License or Certificate:*
Incumbent in this position is expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours worked, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Individuals appointed will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License while employed.
*Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.
Loss of the required State licensure may result in termination or reassignment.
Language Proficiency:Some positions may require bilingual skills.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Application Deadline5:00 pm (PST) on March 18, 2025Application Screening & Supplemental Questions Scoring Week of March 17, 2025
Supplemental questions will be scored by the subject matter experts. Only the most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview.
Oral Panel ExamTentatively scheduled for the week March 31, 2025Establish Eligibility ListTentatively scheduled for the week of April 7, 2025
Only the most qualified candidates from the oral panel exam will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.
Example of Duties
To view the full job description, including the example of duties, please click here: Supervising Mental Health Counselor II - Licensed
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experience emergencies (earthquakes, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (Cal. Gov. Code 3101.)
BenefitsLearn more about the benefits package for this position here
ADA AccommodationApplicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES - SUPERVISORY BENEFITS INFORMATION
SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information for Public Services Employees:
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.
FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.
01
Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions. The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated. Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions. Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
02
Do you possess a Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field?
03
In order to be considered for this position, it is required that you possess a current license in one of the following areas:Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed by the California State Board of Behavioral Science OR a licensed Clinical Psychologist, licensed by the State of California Board of Psychology or master's level Registered Nurse. If you do not possess a valid license in one of these areas, you will not be considered for this position. Please check the license that you currently possess:
04
Please describe your supervisory / mentorship experience in a mental health setting, with particular focus on work you have done with populations who experience a moderate to serious level of functional impairment.
05
Please describe your background and experience related to the implementation or delivery of Evidence Base Practices. working in a wraparound program and with incarcerated youth.
06
What is your experience working with community partners and key stakeholders, such as the Child Welfare Division, Probation Department, Juvenile Hall, Primary Health care Providers and local schools? How do you see these entities as being participants or providing input to the treatment process within the Mental Health Plan?
07
How has your background and experience prepared you to be effective in an environment that holds diversity as core to our work and services?
08
If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process.I have read and understand this requirement.
Required Question
Location : Napa, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2054-2025-03-05
Department: Health & Human Services Agency
Opening Date: 03/05/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 12:00 AM Pacific
The Napa Valley
Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.
Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.
Napa County as an Employer
As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. .
The Position
This position is responsible for the direct and clinical supervision of the Children's Services unit within the Behavioral Health division of Health and Human Services, including planning and coordinating the activities of the unit, monitoring quality assurance measures, staff development and serves as a member of the division's leadership team. The Supervising Mental Health Counselor-II also acts as a liaison to other program divisions within the department and with outside agencies, provides oversight of youth forensic mental health programming and is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of clinical evidence-based practices.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill 1 (one) full-time vacancy. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreed Salary increases and Wintertime Off (WTO):
- 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/1/2025
- 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/1/2026
- 32 hours of Winter Time Off
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience and Education:
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
Experience:The equivalent of two years as a Mental Health Counselor I in the County of Napa.
OR
Two years of professional mental health counseling experience with one year in an administrative, supervisory or lead capacity in the mental health field.
Education:Master's or doctorate degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field approved by the State of California to provide psychotherapy.
AND
License :
LCSW or MFT license by the State of California Board of Behavioral Science plus two years experience providing psychotherapy services.
OR
Licensure as a Clinical Psychologist or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and two years of clinical experience.
License or Certificate:*
Incumbent in this position is expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours worked, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Individuals appointed will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License while employed.
*Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.
Loss of the required State licensure may result in termination or reassignment.
Language Proficiency:Some positions may require bilingual skills.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Application Deadline5:00 pm (PST) on March 18, 2025Application Screening & Supplemental Questions Scoring Week of March 17, 2025
Supplemental questions will be scored by the subject matter experts. Only the most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview.
Oral Panel ExamTentatively scheduled for the week March 31, 2025Establish Eligibility ListTentatively scheduled for the week of April 7, 2025
Only the most qualified candidates from the oral panel exam will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.
Example of Duties
To view the full job description, including the example of duties, please click here: Supervising Mental Health Counselor II - Licensed
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experience emergencies (earthquakes, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (Cal. Gov. Code 3101.)
BenefitsLearn more about the benefits package for this position here
ADA AccommodationApplicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES - SUPERVISORY BENEFITS INFORMATION
SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information for Public Services Employees:
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.
FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.
01
Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions. The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated. Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions. Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related field?
- Yes
- No
03
In order to be considered for this position, it is required that you possess a current license in one of the following areas:Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed by the California State Board of Behavioral Science OR a licensed Clinical Psychologist, licensed by the State of California Board of Psychology or master's level Registered Nurse. If you do not possess a valid license in one of these areas, you will not be considered for this position. Please check the license that you currently possess:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- I do not possess any of these licenses
04
Please describe your supervisory / mentorship experience in a mental health setting, with particular focus on work you have done with populations who experience a moderate to serious level of functional impairment.
05
Please describe your background and experience related to the implementation or delivery of Evidence Base Practices. working in a wraparound program and with incarcerated youth.
06
What is your experience working with community partners and key stakeholders, such as the Child Welfare Division, Probation Department, Juvenile Hall, Primary Health care Providers and local schools? How do you see these entities as being participants or providing input to the treatment process within the Mental Health Plan?
07
How has your background and experience prepared you to be effective in an environment that holds diversity as core to our work and services?
08
If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process.I have read and understand this requirement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question