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Mental Health Services Clinician

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

WHO WE ARE: 
Mt. San Jacinto Community College District is committed to achieving parity in academic outcomes by removing institutional barriers and creating an inclusive and culturally affirming learning environment. As outlined in the District’s Student Equity Pledge, https://www.msjc.edu/equitypledge/documents/MSJC_Equity_Pledge.pdf (Download PDF reader)  “our purpose is to celebrate diversity, instill hope, and empower our students to transform their lives and those around them by challenging our perceptions and biases through self-reflection and constant inquiry to identify and eliminate equity gaps.” We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences — emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens, and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches educational justice as a means for economic and social transformation and mobility demanding the broad collaboration among faculty, classified professional staff, administration, students and community partners.

THE COLLEGE AND THE DISTRICT:
Mt. San Jacinto Community College enrolls approximately 27,000 students each academic year and has a highly diverse student population that reflects the communities it serves. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Mt. San Jacinto Community College administers an array of student affinity programs specifically focused on supporting our diverse, multicultural, and multi-racial communities. Detailed information about the student population, including data related to student success, can be found on Mt. San Jacinto College’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning, and Research website.
 
WHO WE WANT:
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified professional staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. The Mt. San Jacinto Community District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Services Clinician position located district wide. Under the direction of the Mental Health Services Director, the clinician provides direct services for the mental health program for Mt. San Jacinto student population. The clinician will be responsible for delivery of individual, group, mentor/entry level supervision of practicum students and professional development services for Mt. San Jacinto College.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements and duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.

  • Conduct intake assessment interviews and documenting cases from the initial consultation to the end of treatment.
  • Evaluating clients' mental, behavioral, and emotional health.
  • Developing appropriate intervention and recovery plans for individuals, and groups.
  • Facilitating individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Monitoring progress throughout the treatment plan.
  • Collaborating on intervention plans with other mental health specialists, doctors, nurses, and other school departments as necessary.
  • Complete and maintain documentation in a timely and accurate manner and according to The Board of Behavioral Sciences, State Law/Ethics and MSJC policy guidelines
  • Compose correspondence and reports
  • Prepare and conduct presentations on mental health topics as needed
  • Prepare and implement recurring workshops for students and maintain a calendar of events
  • Entry level mentorship and supervision of MFT/LPCC/MSW practicum students and interns responsible for performing clinical services
  • Assist with the evaluation of MFT/LPCC/MSW practicum students and Interns performance 
  • Review and evaluate case records for accuracy and completeness
  • Adhere to and maintain all Board of Behavioral Sciences, State Law/Ethics and MSJC policy guidelines 


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 The incumbent should possess knowledge of:

  • Knowledge of substance abuse disorder and related issues
  • Methods and problems of educational organizations
  • Research and interview techniques
  • The principles of individual and group behavior
  • Microsoft applications including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

 The incumbent should possess skills in:

  • Working effectively as a team member
  • Prior experience in Crisis environment 
  • Meeting schedules and timelines
  • Communicating effectively both orally and in writing
  • Maintaining documentation and records
  • Managing multiple assignments simultaneously and set priorities based on client needs
  • Working independently and working collaboratively as a team.

 The incumbent should possess the ability to:

  • Ability to handle multiple work priorities, organize work projects and complete them in a timely manner.
  • Ability to make professional evaluations, decisions, and recommendation for treatment planning and implementation
  • Ability to treat both routine and serious mental health illness
  • Draft reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Present clear and concise information both orally and in writing
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  1. A Master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, social work, clinical counseling; OR
  2. A Doctorate degree as a Clinical Psychologist; AND
  3. Licensed as an LMFT, LCSW or Clinical Psychologist for at least two (2) years and completed (or willing to complete prior to starting) the BBS supervisory continuing education requirements and maintain current through professional development opportunities; AND
  4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

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

  • Environment:  Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with travel from site to site.  The incumbent must be able to work in a fast paced office environment with background noise and a high stress level.
  • Physical:  Primary function requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and travel from site to site; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 20 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movements and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
  • Vision:  See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
  • Hearing:  Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 
Initial salary placement for this position is from
 Step 1 to Step 3 depending on the amount of reasonably related experience.  The job is a Confidential position, Level 25working full time, 40 hours per week, 12 months. The position serves District-Wide; applicants may be assigned to any district facility.  The current work schedule is to be determined. Work hours are subject to change depending on department needs.
 
A twelve-month probationary period must be successfully completed before the selected candidate is considered a permanent employee of the District.  The District provides a contribution towards medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.  Vacation and sick leave are provided.  PERS participation is required for retirement eligible employees.  As a condition of employment candidates will be required to complete a live scan for fingerprint clearance and a Tuberculosis (TB) test/Tuberculosis Risk Assessment form developed by the State Department of Public HealthCandidates must have an insurable driver’s record.

Mt. San Jacinto Community College will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Mt. San Jacinto Community College is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s 
Fair Chance Act webpage.
 

SALARY SCHEDULES


APPLICATION PROCEDURES 
  1. Applications must be submitted through our online job board; creating a profile is required
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  3. Please attach the following:
    • a current resume 
    • transcripts of ALL college-level coursework (*see transcript tips below)
    • certification, training, vocational, or related program(s) if applicable
    • provide a list of professional references (include current or previous supervisors)
  4. MSJC application must include details regarding how you satisfy the job requirements; including a statement of your philosophy regarding education and how you meet the qualifications (thoroughly answering supplemental questions "Personal Qualifications Statement" and “Diversity Statement” on the MSJC application is acceptable, or a separate document may be included in your submission)
TIPS FOR APPLYING 
  • For positions that require education, transcript(s) must be attached to your application submission to verify completion of college-level coursework
  • Carefully review the Application Procedures and Tips for Applying to ensure your submission meets the minimum qualifications 
  • If selected for an interview, a presentation and/or teaching demonstration may be required as a part of the interview process.   If applicable, presentation instructions will be included in the invitation to schedule a formal interview.
  • The documents attached to your online application must satisfy the Minimum Qualifications listed for this job
  • Before scanning attachments, remove/redact sensitive, confidential information such as date of birth, social security number, address, photograph
  • If you are employed by the District, it is still the applicant’s responsibility to upload the required attachment(s) to each application submission.  The hiring committee does not have access to personnel files.  The hiring committee only has access to evaluate the documents included with your application submission.  You may contact HR to schedule an appointment to view your personnel file if you’d like access to the original transcript documents in your file.  
  • Your application may be marked as incomplete due to an error with your transcript(s).
    • TRANSCRIPT TIPS:
      • Only transcripts from an accredited college or university will be accepted 
      • Applicants must provide transcripts; which must include required authenticating factors: college/university seal, watermark, or official website footer, registrar signature, print or issue datename of student, list of all coursework, degree conferral date, and degree major 
      • Transcripts copied and pasted from a website, blurry, unreadable or cut off will not be accepted
      • Transcripts copied and pasted into a program where the text can easily be manipulated cannot be authenticated and are not accepted 
      • Electronic/digital transcripts sent by a college are typically official, certified, and restricted electronic documents; and therefore, it’s recommended to print and save this type of official transcript to a separate file before attaching to your online profile - otherwise we may be unable to open or view the attachment
      • Foreign transcripts are not considered unless accompanied by an official United States clearing house evaluation report, see Foreign Transcript Tips
      • If you attach documents that contain a personal photograph, it will be deleted from your submission
      • If hired, you must submit official, unopened transcripts prior to employment commencement
  • You must attach all the required documents before submitting your online application; otherwise it will be marked as incomplete
  • If you receive notice that your application was marked as incomplete, you are welcome to reapply as long as the position is still open
  • We do not accept documents submitted separate from the NEOED online application system
  • Any documents you want considered as part of your application profile MUST be included at the time you apply through NEOED
  • Hiring committees do not allow applicants to share documents during the formal interview (resume, portfolio, reference letters, etc.).  The only exception would be if there are documents explicitly related to instructions included in a demonstration or presentation task.
SUBSTITUTION POLICY 
Substitutions for meeting the minimum qualifications are allowed for a majority of our job postings.  If substitutions are allowed, they will be listed under the
 Minimum Qualifications section of the job posting.  Substitutions are allowed  for education and professional experience.   Substitutions will be processed as follows:
Education:
  1. 24 semester units equates to one (1) year of college level course work; OR
    • One (1) year of professional experience
  2. 48 semester units equates to two (2) years of college level course work; OR
    • An Associate’s degree; OR
    • Two (2) years of professional experience
  3. 96 semester units equates to four (4) years of college level course work; OR
    • A Bachelor’s degree; OR
    • Four (4) years of professional experience
Professional Experience:
  1. One (1) year of professional experience equates to 24 semester units of college level course work
  2. Two (2) years of professional experience equates to 48 semester units of college level course work; OR
    • An Associate’s degree
  3. Four (4) years of professional experience equates to 96 semester units of college level course work; OR
    • A Bachelor’s degree

THE COLLEGE

Who We Are: 
Mt. San Jacinto Community College District is committed to achieving parity in academic outcomes by removing institutional barriers and creating an inclusive and culturally affirming learning environment. As outlined in the District's Student Equity Pledge, https://www.msjc.edu/equitypledge/documents/MSJC_Equity_Pledge.pdf  "our purpose is to celebrate diversity, instill hope, and empower our students to transform their lives and those around them by challenging our perceptions and biases through self-reflection and constant inquiry to identify and eliminate equity gaps." We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences -- emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens, and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches educational justice as a means for economic and social transformation and mobility demanding the broad collaboration among faculty, classified professional staff, administration, students and community partners.

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