Mental Health Clinician

Salary: $30.32 - $40.00 Hourly Location : Boca Raton, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 04092 Department: Police Services Division: Bureau of Field Services 22/07401 Opening Date: 11/22/2024 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: N Job Description Do you want to be a part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team Come join us WorkforBoca TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST POSSESS AND ATTACH A COPY OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING VALID LICENSES AND SUBMIT WITH YOUR APPLICATION: State of Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor OR State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs intermediate service work in the field of behavioral health issues, crisis intervention, and risk assessment and management; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Essential Functions TYPICAL FUNCTIONS: Provides support and assistance to law enforcement personnel, concerning mental health related issues; Provides resources and intervention to subjects in crisis; Conducts risk assessment and referrals for treatment; Provides support, education and guidance to the referred individual and family; Manages workload as assigned; Requires work in the field alongside law enforcement personnel. RELATED FUNCTIONS: Visits community resource facilities in the area; Provides training and acts as a community liaison; Performs related tasks as required; Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge in the field of mental health, risk assessment and management, and crisis intervention. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement personnel and mental health professionals. Ability to communicate with individuals in crisis. Ability to communicate in a large group setting. The ability to work effectively and independently. Have knowledge of case management. Knowledge of the City and Department's policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrate the ability to effectively use a personal computer and office software. Ability to manage, and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Master's degree from an accredited college with major course work in mental health counseling, psychology, social work or related field required. A State of Florida licensed mental health counselor or licensed clinical social worker, licensed under Florida State Statute 491 required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in the last three (3) years. Position is required to be on call 24 hours. BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS: The background check process for this position may include: Criminal Background Check Employment Verification Reference Checks Motor Vehicle Report Check Educational Verification Credit Check Fingerprinting Polygraph Psychological Examination Neighborhood Check Drug and Alcohol Screen The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. BENEFITS SUMMARY Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours. Year of ServiceAccrual 0 to 5 full years8 hours per month 5 to 10 full years10 hours per month 10 to 15 full years12 hours per month 15 full years and over14 hours per month CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE : Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year. SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows: Years of servicePercentage Less than 2 full years0% 2 to 5 full years10% 5 to 10 full years20% 10 full years or more30% Retirement (normal, early or disability)50% HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums) : Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan. CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December. Year of ServiceBenefit 5 to 10 full years$600 annually 10 to 15 full years$800 annually 15 full years and over$1,100 annually RETIREMENT PLANS : The two pension/retirement options are listed below: An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period. An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution. The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection. Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available. HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays. FUNERAL LEAVE : Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds. MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year. EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? Yes No 02 Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license - or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire? Yes, I have a valid Florida driver's license No, I do not have a Florida driver's license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hire No, I do not have a Florida driver's license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire 03 What is the highest level of education that you have completed?NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration. Less than High School High School Diploma or GED Trade or Vocational School Associates Degree or 60 credits of college courses Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctoral Degree 04 What area of study is your education? 05 Have you attached proof (diploma or degree or unofficial transcripts) of highest education completed with your application?Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration. Yes No 06 How much experience do you have in the field of social work, mental health counseling, risk assessment and management, and/or crisis intervention? I have no previous experience 6 months but less than 1 year of experience 1 year but less than 2 years of experience 2 years but less than 3 years of experience 3 years but less than 4 years of experience 4 years but less than 5 years of experience 5 years or more 07 Please briefly describe any work experience you have in the field of social work, mental health counseling, risk assessment and management, and/or crisis intervention.This experience must be clearly listed on your application. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A" 08 This position requires one of the following licenses: State of Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor ORState of Florida Licensed Clinical Social WorkerDo you currently possess one of these licenses? Yes No 09 If you answered "Yes" to the question above. Did you remember to attach a copy of your license? Only applications that submit this information will be considered for employment. Yes No 10 To be considered for employment with the City of Boca Raton, applicants must provide at least ten (10) years of continuous history. Did you account for the last ten (10) year period including all employment, periods of inactivity, school and/or retirement? Yes No Required Question