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Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist I/II (Open and Promotional)
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Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist I/II (Open and Promotional)
Salary
$95,139.20 – $133,785.60 Annually
Location
County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
G035BN
Department
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Opening Date
01/28/2025
Bargaining Unit
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Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
Please Note: This recruitment was amended on June 24, 2025 to update the Qualifications, and Supplemental Questions to include applicants who have submitted an application for registration with the BBS as an AMFT or ACSW and have had at least one year in an internship in a county run behavioral health setting in good standing (documentation must be attached).
San Mateo County Health’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is currently hiring Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage & Family Therapist I/II (Open and Promotional) in a range of specialty programs!
What we can offer YOU:
A supportive team environment with collaborative partnerships with a variety of stakeholders, and community-based agencies.
Very diverse, and rich experiences working with underserved adults and youth, justice-involved youth, justice-involved adults, adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), and in the community.
Participation in health equity initiatives to address race disparities.
Licensed supervision.
Excellent training opportunities towards licensure, tuition reimbursement, education leave, and a wellness program.
Career Development opportunities.
Flexible schedules.
Mileage reimbursement and County cars are available.
Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and pension plans.
Hiring bonus (in 3 phases).
Bilingual differential pay.
Psychiatric Social Worker/ Marriage & Family Therapist I
$45.74 – $57.18 Hourly
$3,659.20 – $4,574.40 Biweekly
$7,928.27 – $9,911.20 Monthly
$95,139.20 – $118,934.40 Annually
Psychiatric Social Worker /Marriage & Family Therapist II
$51.43 – $64.32 Hourly
$4,114.40 – $5,145.60 Biweekly
$8,914.53 – $11,148.80 Monthly
$106,974.40 – $133,785.60 Annually
Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. First-time external new hires or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Psychiatric Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist position in Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see the link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/
BHRS offers a comprehensive range of trauma-informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults, and older adults. For more details, please refer to the information provided below:
BHRS Adult and Older Adult Services (https://www.smchealth.org/bhrs) provides behavioral health in diverse settings including community outpatient clinics, field-based settings such as homeless encampments and shelters, and through a network of community agencies, and independent providers who offer outpatient services, residential treatment, rehabilitation, and other services for adults.
BHRS Adult and Older Adult Services serve residents of San Mateo County age 18 years and older with severe functional impairments due to a serious mental illness and/or multiple co-occurring substance use, medical, and/or developmental disorders.
The Adult Psychiatric Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapists are integral members of a multi-disciplinary team, providing a broad range of psychosocial interventions to improve the quality of life of the client.
Please view the online brochure (https://bit.ly/4bnyiot) for a detailed description of BHRS Adult Programs/Positions/Adult & Youth combined positions and current vacancies.
San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS), Child and Youth Services (https://www.smchealth.org/bhrs) , provides a broad spectrum of Trauma Informed mental health and substance use services for children, youth, and families focusing on prevention, early intervention, and treatment of youth diagnosed as Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED) and/or substance use disorders. We provide services through specialty teams, outpatient clinics, schools, and field-based teams in Daly City, San Mateo, Half Moon Bay, Redwood City, and East Palo Alto.
BHRS also provides services through a network of community agencies and independent providers who offer outpatient and wraparound services. BHRS supports the treatment of the whole person to achieve wellness and recovery and to promote the health and well-being of the people, families, and communities we serve.
Additionally for Residential Youth Treatment at Canyon Oaks Youth Center (COYC), Community Care Licensing requires providers working in this facility to maintain 40 hours of annual training related to the field, most of which are provided by the facility. Clinicians will also be trained in the Professional Assault Crisis Training Model (Pro-Act) upon hire.
Please view the online brochure (https://www.canva.com/design/DAGJV1PsPjU/Z6d4s-9RjoYnLBJl9BnJOg/view?utm content=DAGJV1PsPjU&utm campaign=designshare&utm medium=link&utm source=viewer) for a detailed description of BHRS Youth Programs/Positions/combined Youth & Adult positions and current vacancies.
NOTE: We are in particular need of Bilingual Clinicians. There is a Bilingual pay differential for Bilingual Required positions of $70 bi-weekly in addition to the salary.
The ideal candidates will possess:
A current license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage and Family Therapist;
Solid clinical treatment, assessment, diagnostic, and evaluation skills;
Knowledge of principles, techniques, and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, crisis management, and various treatment modalities;
Experience providing treatment for adults and youth with serious mental illness;
Experience delivering services to adult and/or youth consumers who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders;
Experience delivering services in specialty areas for adults and older adults and/or infants, children, youth, adolescents, and/or transitional-age youth;
Excellent documentation skills: progress notes, assessments, client care plans, etc.;
Demonstrated expertise, skill, and interest in working with a broad range of clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds, such as Latino, Pacific Islander, African American, and LGBTQ, and an ability to provide culturally appropriate and proficient services;
Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with families, co-workers, other professionals, collaborative partners, and the public;
Extensive knowledge of available community resources within the County of San Mateo and its neighboring counties;
Experience using electronic health/medical record systems (e.g. AVATAR, SOARIAN);
Fluency in any of the threshold languages: Spanish, Tagalog, Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin), or Russian; and experience providing clinical services using bilingual skills;
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls (Youth Services Center);
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours calls from Psychiatric Emergency Services (Youth Case Management).
If not yet registered with the BBS as an AMFT or ACSW, will have submitted their application (documentation must be attached) and have at least one year in an internship in a county run behavioral health setting in good standing.
Additionally, for Residential Youth Treatment:
Knowledge of the principles of Trauma Informed Care;
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification:
Psychiatric Social Worker I: Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. If an individual is not registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker at the time of hire, they must have submitted the application, and must obtain and provide the registration number within 90 days of hire. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California within three years of appointment.
Psychiatric Social Worker II: Current California license as a Clinical Social Worker.
Marriage and Family Therapist I: Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. If an individual is not registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at the time of hire, they must have submitted the application, and must obtain and provide the registration number within 90 days of hire. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the date of employment as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California.
Marriage and Family Therapist II: Current California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Special Requirements:
Individuals in this classification assigned to an on-site school program are required to meet any specialized requirements (i.e., Pupil Personnel Services credential) as stipulated by federal and state laws and regulations.
Individuals assigned to Canyon Oaks Youth Center, must have the ability to complete 40 hours of mandated training annually.
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is a Master’s degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.
Knowledge of:
Current philosophy, principles, Trauma Informed Care and other Evidence Based Practices for services to clients with serious mental illness.
Individual, group and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or youth.
Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology.
Personality development from infancy through adulthood.
Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources.
Skill/Ability to:
Provide treatment to adults, children or adolescents with various mental health issues ranging from serious mental illness to individuals with histories of trauma.
Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment.
Evaluate the degree of mental health issues of clients.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Provide consultation and technical assistance to agencies, schools and other organizations.
Work collectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Application/Examination
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
EXAMINATION/SELECTION PROCESS
The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates’ application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County’s website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County’s website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
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HR Contact: Carolyn Burns (062824) (Psychiatric Social Worker I/II-Marriage and Family Therapist I/II – G040/G035/G120/G121)
We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance (https://www.smcgov.org/sites/default/files/2025-05/Benefits%20at%20a%20Glance%204.29.25.pdf) page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)
In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.
As a County employee, you’ll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will provide detailed information about your background and experience related to this position. This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process. Answer the questions completely, paying attention to the multi-parts of the questions. While being thorough and detailed, also be concise. Your strategic use of language as well as neatness, clarity of expression, attention to detail, proper use of grammar and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
Proceed to Supplemental Questions
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This position REQUIRES current California registration as either an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT); or current California license as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). If not yet a Registered ACSW or AMFT, this position REQUIRES proof of application for an ACSW or AMFT Registration with the the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) to qualify. (Please include your license or registration number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application or proof of application if you are not yet registered, in the Certificates and Licenses section of the application. Without proof of application you will be disqualified from this recruitment. A “None of the above” answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.) Please indicate which of the following applies:
Registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW)
Registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
I have submitted my application for my ACSW with the BBS and attached proof of submission.
I have submitted my application for my AMFT with the BBS and attached proof of submission.
None of the above-I DO NOT MEET THIS REQUIREMENT
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The Ideal Candidate if not yet registered as an ACSW or AMFT or licensed, has at least one year in an internship in a county run behavioral health setting in good standing. Do you have at least one year in an internship in a county run behavioral health setting in good standing?
Yes
No
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If you are not yet registered as an ACSW or AMFT or licensed, and you answered yes to the above question, please describe the setting where you had at least one year in an internship in a county run behavioral health setting in good standing. Be specific about the type of organization and dates.
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Provide your California Board of Behavioral Sciences issued registration OR license (a) number; (b) issue date; AND (c) expiration date for verification. Note: Please be prepared to bring a copy of your current license to the interview or you may attach a copy to your application.
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Some positions require the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English and Spanish, English and Tagalog, English and Chinese or English and Russian. Other prevalent languages may be needed for some positions and are helpful. Select any language(s) in which you are fluent, other than English. (Please make sure you have entered any languages other than English in which you are fluent on the Agency-wide question number 4 on your application.) Please note you will be tested on your ability to provide clinical services in the language(s) you identify.
I am fluent in English and Spanish
I am fluent in English and Tagalog
I am fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin)
I am fluent in English and Russian
I am fluent in English and Arabic
I am fluent in English and Burmese
I am fluent in English and Hindi
I am fluent in English and Portuguese
None of the languages listed above
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Considering the majority of your previous paid work experience and/or internship experience, how long have you provided clinical services for a 0-5, youth and children, and/or transitional age youth (TAY), adult and/or older adult population?
3 years or more
2 years
1 year
Less than 1 year
Never, but willing to learn
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Please describe your experience providing clinical services to 0-5, youth and children, and/or transitional age youth (TAY), adult and/or older adult (per your selected response to Question 5). Be specific.
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Considering your previous work experience and/or internship experience in what setting/environment did you perform the task(s) selected?
Outpatient Clinic
Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Home/field-based visits
School-based setting
Therapeutic environment with abused and neglected youth
Juvenile Detention Facility
Adult Correctional Facility
Primary Care
Telephone screening/triage
In a classroom or milieu setting
Internship
Other experience
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Considering your previous paid work experience and/or internship experience, select all skills/treatment modalities in which you are proficient. (Please select all that apply.)
Providing individual and group skill-based psycho-education
Conducting treatment groups in schools or other community settings with children having emotional disturbance
Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology
Evidence- based interventions
Community-based practices
Trauma Informed Care
Co-occurring treatment and interventions
Conducting risk assessments
Crisis intervention
Documenting in an electronic health record
Providing clinical services for clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Other skills
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Please select your preference for consideration from the settings/populations/age groups below whether showing current vacancy/s or not. (Please select all that apply based on your interest from reading the program/position specific descriptions.)
Specialty Courts/Diversion Programs/Justice Involved (Adults)-(Pathways, AB109 Criminal Justice Realignment, Service Connect)
Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)-Laura’s Law
The Community Assistance Recovery & Empowerment (CARE) Program
Homeless Engagement & Assessment (HEAL)
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT)
Access Call Center
(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-San Mateo, Central County Clinic
(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-Daly City, North County Clinic
(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-Redwood City, South County Clinic
(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-Half Moon Bay, Coastside Clinic
(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-East Palo Alto, East Palo Alto Community Counseling Center
Crisis Services /Adult Case Management/Adult Resource Management (ARM)
Older Adults (OASIS)
Specialized Services for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities & Severe Mental Illness (Puente Clinic)
Specialty in Substance Use Disorder Treatment (Adults)
Utilization Management
Conservatorship Investigation
Quality Improvement
Quality Management
Prenatal to 3 (0-5 years)
Youth Services Center – Juvenile Hall (YSC)
Child Welfare Mental Health (CWMH) Program
School Based Mental Health Program
Therapeutic Day School (TDS)
Youth Case Management (YCM)
Canyon Oaks Youth Center (COYC) (Residential Treatment)
Primary Care Interface (Mental Health and Medical Case Management for Youth & Adults)
Crisis Services (Youth Case Management)
(Youth) Outpatient Clinic-San Mateo, Central County Clinic
(Youth) Outpatient Clinic-Daly City, North County Clinic
(Youth) Outpatient Clinic-Redwood City, South County Clinic
(Youth) Outpatient Clinic-Half Moon Bay, Coastside Clinic
(Youth) Outpatient Clinic-East Palo Alto, East Palo Alto Community Counseling Center
Transitional Age Youth (TAY)
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List employers or references to verify your responses to Questions 5-8. Include the following information: (a) name of the employer or reference, (b) name of the supervisor or manager, (c) address, and (d) telephone number. (Please note that your responses should be consistent with the information in your standard San Mateo County application and may be subject to verification. This item is for information only and will not be rated.)
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Did you review the specific BHRS Programs/Positions described in the online brochures, before selecting which settings/populations/age groups you are interested in?
Yes
No
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The County has an Employee Referral Program whereby current employees are recognized monetarily for referring successful applicants for employment into “hard-to-fill” positions. Were you referred to this position by a current County of San Mateo employee? Please provide the name of employee. (Must be provided at the time of application.)
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How did you learn about this position?
County of San Mateo Website
County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification
County Hosted Virtual Event
County Hosted Job Fair
CalOpps.org
College/University Career Center
Community-based Organization Posting
Facebook/Instagram
Friend or Relative
GovernmentJobs.com
Indeed
Job Fair
Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question)
X (formerly called Twitter)
Zip Recruiter
Other (Please specify in next question)
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If you answered, “Professional Publication/Website” or “Other” to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.
Required Question
Employer
County of San Mateo
Address
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone
(650) 363-4343
Website
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