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City of Boca Raton Mental Health Clinician in Boca Raton, Florida
Mental Health Clinician
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Mental Health Clinician
Salary
$29.01 - $38.73 Hourly
Location
Boca Raton, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
03586
Department
Police Services
Division
Bureau of Field Services 22/07401
Opening Date
05/21/2024
Closing Date
6/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N
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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 (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-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 Service Accrual
0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 full years and over 14 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 service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
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 Service Benefit
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: 14 per year: 11 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.