Job Description
Definition and Class Characteristics* * * $1,000 - $5,000 NEW HIRE BONUS * * *
RELOCATION ALLOWANCE ALSO AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES!
Interested in joining a fast-paced work environment filled with caring professionals dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable community members? Nevada County is seeking a Clinical Administrator to support the Behavioral Health Department!
THE COMMUNITY/COUNTY
Nevada County is perfect for those who crave a peaceful and fulfilling lifestyle in the great outdoors. The county is home to over 102,000 residents and covers an area of 974 square miles. Surrounded by the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains, this county is a nature lover's paradise, with state parks, lakes, and trails galore for hiking, camping, and fishing. And let's not forget the ski resorts and snow parks, which make Nevada County a winter wonderland. Nevada County also has a thriving arts and cultural scene with a vibrant community of artists and musicians, galleries, theaters, and performance spaces. The Nevada County Fairgrounds host events year-round, including the ever-popular Nevada County Fair and the California Worldfest. Nevada County is also an economic powerhouse, with local businesses and industries thriving in technology, health, and tourism, and where resident can enjoy affordable California living!
THE POSITION
The Behavioral Health Clinical Administrator reports to the Director of Behavioral Health and will assist in the overall management, administration, supervision, and coordination of Nevada County’s Behavioral Health programs. The Clinical Administrator will provide leadership on critical department initiatives such as mobile crisis services, criminal justice programs, new benefits for children and youth and other new mandates the department faces. This person will convene key clinical staff and stakeholders to design programs in accordance with state guidance. This person will also help provide clinical oversight to the adult, children, and crisis systems to ensure quality outcomes. The Clinical Administrator is responsible for a complex mixture of administrative duties which include fiscal monitoring, contract planning, program improvement and quality oversight. In addition, the administrator may be called upon to represent the department in various internal and external settings. The Clinical Administrator is a leadership-level position which works in consultation with the clinical team and regional partners and outside agencies. Critical attributes for this position include:
- A leader who values cultural humility, staff wellness and systems improvement
- The ability to work at a systems level to ensure the creation of a high-quality service delivery system
- Strong communication skills including the ability to collaborate well with internal and external partners
- Experience providing clinical services ideally in the public behavioral health system
The work is always interesting and provides opportunities for collaborative, creative problem solving. We have a friendly work environment, and we enjoy the privilege of serving individuals with serious mental illness. We seek to hire individuals who are not only committed to our mission, but also bring a sense of humor and fun at the right time.
Education and Experience Required
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, counseling, social work or field related to one of the previously mentioned, or as required for any required licensure, certification, or registration, AND five years of experience in the program area with significant managerial or administrative responsibilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. A valid Class C driver's license must be maintained throughout employment in this class to perform the essential functions of the position.
Pursuant to Section 5600 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, must possess a valid California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family Therapist; or Psychologist (with an earned doctorate degree in psychology, educational psychology, education with a field of specialization in counseling psychology or education with a field of specialization in educational psychology); or, pursuant to Section 4999.20(a)(3)(A) of the Business and Professions Code, must possess a valid California license as a Professional Clinical Counselor.
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
Health Insurance Plans
- Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO
- Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO
- Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Kaiser HMO
- PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
- PERS Platinum PPO
- PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Basic Term Life
- Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
- Optional Dependent Term Life
- Optional Term Life
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
[email protected]
www.nevadacountyca.gov
Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2026 8:00 AM Pacific
County of Nevada
530-265-7010About:
Nestled into the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada County is known as the heart of the “Gold Country.” Nevada County is known to provide its residents with a great quality of life.
The economy is well supported by a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, retail, technology, agriculture, construction and health services.
Nevada County has an above-average high school graduation rate, accessibility to traditional, charter and private schools, and higher-level education at two local Sierra College campuses.
Infrastructure projects such as the broadband initiative and library technology center offer opportunities for viable expansion while maintaining a small-town feel. The Gold Country is often a recommended tourist destination and stands out for its rich history, museums, and quaint Victorian architecture coupled with an assortment of outdoor, arts, and cultural activities offered yearround.
Residents and visitors enjoy Nevada County’s historic foothill towns nestled amidst pristine rivers, picturesque forests and the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nevada County offers a rural, small-town lifestyle, while still being located within a convenient distance from urban centers in Sacramento, the Bay Area and Reno.
Weather:
The weather of Nevada County is another valued feature of the area. Residents enjoy a long, warm sunny season while experiencing color changes in the fall with cool, occasionally snowy winters. Summer temperatures are typically mild, with average highs near 85 degrees in July. Rain in January typically averages ten inches per year and the highest elevations receive an annual average of 206 inches of snow.
Recreation:
Scenic trails, alpine lakes, the Yuba River and the Sierra Nevada Mountains all support numerous recreation activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting and backpacking. With a calendar packed with street fairs, festivals, art exhibits, local theater and children’s activities, visitors and locals can experience small-town life without having to forgo indulgence in pleasures more typical of an urban setting.
Arts and Culture:
Nevada County is a creative hotspot in the Sierra Nevada, offering an array of experiences, including concerts, film festivals, street fairs, dance performances, poetry readings, studio tours and galleries. The county also has numerous venues for performing arts, many of which are historic settings. The arts have a large economic impact, which has become a vital component to life in Nevada County.
We strive to be an employer of choice through active engagement with employees, development of programs that both support employees and align with Board of Supervisors' strategy, and the creation of a culture that fosters innovation.
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