Behavioral Health Services Specialist I/II (PATH) - County of Siskiyou, CA : Job Details

Salary : $42,452.80 - $62,316.80 AnnuallyLocation : Yreka, CAJob Type: Permanent Full TimeJob Number: 2025-01639Department: HHSA - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICESDivision: Behavioral Health ServicesOpening Date: 01/09/2025Closing Date: 1/26/2025 11:59 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: IG DescriptionThe County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity EmployerWe welcome applicants of any race, religion, and ancestry.For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule.County WebsitePATH ProgramBHS Specialist I - $42,452.80 - $54,225.60BHS Specialist II - $48,796.80 - $62,316.80General Statement of Duties:Under clinical supervision, to provide paraprofessional and treatment support services for county behavioral health clients in an assigned program or service area; to provide counseling and educational services under appropriate guidance; to develop and facilitate client services and case management plans; and to do related work as required. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.Distinguishing Characteristics:BHS Specialist I -This is the entry and first working level in the Behavioral Health Services Specialist class series. Incumbents have responsibility for providing direct and support services working with individuals, couples, families, or groups, as appropriate. When incumbents have demonstrated sufficient work skills and gained two years of experience, they are eligible for promotion to the Behavioral Health Services Specialist II level. This class is distinguished from Behavioral Health Services Specialist II in that Behavioral Health Services Specialist II incumbents are expected to provide a broader array of client support services and be responsible for an assigned specialty area.BHS Specialist II -This is the fully experienced working level in the Behavioral Health Services Specialist class series. Incumbents have responsibility for providing direct and support services working with individuals, couples, families, or groups, as appropriate. Incumbents are required to have case management expertise in a specialty area such as perinatal child care, parenting education, alcohol and drug recovery, life skills education, youth group facilitation, and other assigned program areas. This classification is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Services Specialist I class in that Behavioral Health Services Specialist II incumbents are expected to provide a broader array of client support services and be responsible for an assigned specialty area. Reports to:Behavioral Health Systems AdministratorClassifications Supervised:None. Examples of DutiesEssential Functions:BHS Specialist I - In a training, learning, and basic working capacity meets with individuals, families, and groups to provide a variety of case management and support services related to the program or service area to which assigned; provides support in clinic and community settings; assists with the development of assigned program services and functions; provides comprehensive counseling services under appropriate guidance; communicates with, listens to, and observes clients in individual and group counseling sessions; obtains information to assess clients' needs; formulates case management and service plans and evaluates client progress; prepares and maintains case records and documentation; facilitates client services by providing assistance in securing housing, employment, child care, transportation, and assistance with meal preparation and shopping; may assist with development and implementation of specialized prevention and recovery support activities, including support groups, parenting education, life experience activities, and supported independent living, recreation, and work experience; provides support services including office support and receptionist services at Behavioral Health program sites; works with individuals to facilitate access and use of community resources; maintains records of services provided as required state and federal regulations and department policies; provides in-service training and technical assistance for other agencies and community organizations; may develop treatment plans and provide services in collaborative team efforts; assists other staff with support, office, transportation, and other program related activities; performs crisis interventions in the office, or at the hospital, as needed.Knowledge of:

• Principles, procedures, techniques and trends related to counseling, therapy, and guidance of individuals, groups, and families in behavioral health programs, including alcohol and drug treatment and prevention programs.
• Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of behavioral health and behavioral problems.
• State, federal, and local laws, regulations, and requirements for the provision of counseling services.
• Modern office techniques.
• Alcohol and drug treatment and detoxification methods and issues, as necessitated by area of assignment.
• Scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies and other community resources.

Ability to:

• Learn and perform a variety of behavioral health services, including alcohol and drug abuse recovery support services with individual clients and groups, as assigned.
• Learn, apply and explain federal and state laws, rules, and regulations governing behavioral health and alcohol and drug programs and services.
• Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of professional disciplines, social agencies and other staff.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive case work records and make sound recommendations.
• Learn to develop and implement client case management services.
• Analyze case information, reaching sound diagnostic and treatment decisions.
• Effectively counsel clients, groups, and families.
• Maintain the confidentiality of case information.
• Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services.
• Handle stress and unusual client behavior.
• Effectively represent the Behavioral Health Department with the public, community organizations, other county staff, and other government agencies.

BHS Specialist II -Meets with individuals, families, and groups to provide a variety of case management and support services related to the assigned program or service area; provides support in clinic and community settings; assists with the development of program services and functions; provides comprehensive counseling services under appropriate guidance; communicates with, listens to, and observes clients in individual/group counseling sessions; obtains information to assess clients' needs; formulates case management and service plans, evaluating client progress; prepares and maintains case records and documentation; facilitates client services by providing assistance in securing housing, employment, child care, transportation, and assistance with meal preparation and shopping; may assist with development and implementation of specialized prevention and recovery support activities, including support groups, parenting education, life experience activities, and supported independent living, recreation, and work experience; provides support services including office support and receptionist services at Behavioral Health program sites; works with individuals to facilitate access and use of community resources; maintains records of services provided as required State and Federal regulations and Department policies; provides in-service training and technical assistance for other agencies and community organizations; may develop treatment plans and provide services in collaborative team efforts; assists other staff with support, office, transportation, and other program related activities; performs crisis interventions in the office, or at the hospital, as needed. Knowledge of:

• Principles, procedures, techniques and trends related to counseling, therapy, and guidance of individuals, groups, and families in behavioral health programs, including alcohol and drug treatment and prevention programs.
• Biological, behavioral and environmental aspects of behavioral health and behavioral problems.
• State, federal, and local laws, regulations, and requirements for the provision of counseling services.
• Alcohol and drug treatment and detoxification methods and issues, as necessitated by area of assignment.
• Legislative and administrative rules and regulations pertaining to Lanterman-Petris-Short and Short-Doyle services.
• Scope and activities of public and private health and welfare agencies and other community resources.

Ability to:

• Crisis intervention methods and techniques.
• Perform a variety of behavioral health services, including alcohol and drug abuse recovery support services with individual clients and groups, as assigned.
• Apply and explain federal and state laws, rules, and regulations governing behavioral health and alcohol and drug programs and services.
• Develop and maintain cooperative, constructive relationships with families of clients, members of professional disciplines, social agencies and other staff.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive case work records and make sound recommendations.
• Develop and implement client case management services.
• Analyze case information, reaching sound diagnostic and treatment decisions.
• Effectively counsel clients, groups, and families.
• Maintain the confidentiality of case information.
• Recognize a potential crisis and deliver crisis intervention services.
• Handle stress and unusual client behavior.
• Effectively represent the Behavioral Health Department with the public, community organizations, other county staff, and other government agencies.

Typical QualificationsTraining and Experience:Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Completion of college courses in a behavioral or social science area, including, but not limited to Addiction, Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Child Care, Social Work, Counseling, and related fields. Some previous experience in providing behavioral health program services is desirable.BHS Specialist I -Completion of college courses in a behavioral or social science area, including, but not limited to Addiction, Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Child Care, Social Work, Counseling, and related fields. Some previous experience in providing behavioral health program services is desirable.BHS Specialist II - Completion of college courses in a behavioral or social science area, including, but not limited to Addiction, Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Child Care, Social Work, Counseling, and related fields. Two years of responsible experience in providing specialized Behavioral Health program service comparable to a Behavioral Health Service Specialist I with Siskiyou County. Special Requirements:Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate and valid driver's license.Supplemental InformationTYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in office, clinic, or community environments; work is performed with people who may exhibit unstable and potentially violent behavior; continuous contact with other staff and the public.NOTE:Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES Holidays:12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year, plus 3 floating holidays Vacation:Two (2) weeks per year during the first five (5) years of service;Three (3) weeks a year - five (5)- ten (10) years of service;Four (4) weeks a year - Ten (10) plus years of service;.Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment. Sick Leave:Sick leave shall accrue from the date of initial employment at the rate of 3.7 hours per pay period (which is equivalent to 96 hours per years) for regular full-time employees with no maximum accrual. Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement.Health Plan:Siskiyou County contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance. Effective 1/01/2024, the County will contribute 90% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.Effective 1/01/2025, the County will contribute 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan. Dental Plan:Effective 1/01/2024 the County contributes 90% of the dental premium.Effective 1/01/2025 the County contributes 85% of the dental premium.Vision Plan:Effective November 2022 the County provides vision insurance for employees and theirdependents. Life Insurance:The County will maintain life insurance for $50,000. Retirement:The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.

• 2% at 55 years of age and single highest year calculation for final compensation (generally for employees hired prior to 11/02/12)
• 2% at 60 years of age and highest three year average for final compensation (generally for employees hired between 11/02/12 - 12/31/12)
• 2% at 62 years of age and highest three year average final compensation (generally for employees hired on or after 1/01/13)

Member contribution: Employees hired prior to November 2, 2012, pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.Employees hired after November 1, 2012, who are not classified as a new member pay the required seven percent (7.0%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.Employees hired after December 31, 2012, who are classified as a new member willpay one half of the total normal cost as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. Miscellaneous:•Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies.•IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.SISKIYOU COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Siskiyou County Personnel1312 Fairlane Road, Suite 1Yreka CA 96097(530) ###-#### Comments, please email: