Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor I - UP TO $5,000 NEW HIRE BONUS

Salary : $99,840.00 - $121,888.00 Annually
Location : 500 Crown Point Circle, Grass Valley, CA 95945, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Behavioral Health
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/20/2026 8:00 AM Pacific

Definition and Class Characteristics
* * * UP TO $5,000 NEW HIRE BONUS * * *
RELOCATION ALLOWANCE ALSO AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES!

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 20, 2026 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 30, 2026

Examples of Duties
We are recruiting for this vacancy at the Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor I and II levels. Please be sure to apply for all levels you wish to be considered for.

What You'll Do:

• Guide and support a talented team providing outreach, engagement, and care coordination for individuals experiencing Homelessness who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Offer clinical supervision and mentorship, helping staff navigate complex cases with compassion and evidence-based strategies.
• Keep the program running smoothly, i.e. review documentation, authorize services, and track outcomes to make sure our efforts are making an impact.
• Collaborate with amazing community partners to strengthen our local network of care and support.

Why Join Us?
Every day is different here and no two stories or solutions are ever the same. You'll have opportunities to think creatively, grow professionally, and work in an environment where your input truly matters.

Our team values authenticity, teamwork, and heart just as much as clinical expertise. If you're someone who brings both skill and a steady, supportive energy to your work, we'd love to have you join us in making a real impact. Come help us make a difference in our community! One person, one laugh, and one breakthrough at a time.

Compensation and Benefits

Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including but not limited to a generous leave program, 11 standard holidays and 3 floating holidays, CalPERS retirement, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses, and a deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b), and Roth options. Nevada County is a qualifying employer for thethrough the Department of Education. And because we care about work-life balance, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options to our staff depending on program needs! Benefits will be commensurate with the governing MOU at time of appointment.

Education and Experience Required
Education and Experience

Level I: Master's or earned Doctorate degree from an accredited college or University (including colleges and universities in CA approved by the Board of Psychology to prepare a psychologist for licensure) in counseling, psychiatric social work, or a related behavioral science AND one or more years of professional experience as a clinician in a relevant behavioral health and/or alcohol/drug program, preferably including at least one year of lead experience.

Level II: Master's or earned Doctorate degree from an accredited college or University (including colleges and universities in CA approved by the Board of Psychology to prepare a psychologist for licensure) in counseling, psychiatric social work, or a related behavioral science AND three or more years of professional experience as a clinician in a relevant behavioral health and/or alcohol/drug program, preferably including at least one year of lead or supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certificates
Licenses and Certificates:

Level I: Persons appointed as Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisors under license waiver shall be designated as Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor I and paid accordingly. Persons qualified for the Nevada County Behavioral Health Therapist I classification (or higher) will be considered for appointment as Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor I.

Level II: 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.

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.
We are also recruiting for a Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor II.
Benefits Guide

The 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 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)

Flexible Spending Accounts
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

Dental & Vision Insurance
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, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

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

Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov

www.nevadacountyca.gov
01

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• Did not graduate from high school or obtain a GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• I do not have a degree

02

Do you possess a California license to practice in your field?

• Yes
• No

03

While not required, licensure is an asset to this position. What type of professional license do you possess which permits you to practice in California? Please provide your license number or attach a copy of your current license.

• None
• Medicine including Psychiatry
• Psychology
• Clinical Social Worker
• Marriage & Family Therapist
• Professional Clinical Counselor
• Registered Nurse
• Licensed in another state
• Other

04

Have you attached a copy of your degree or transcripts? Please note, failure to attach documentation will disqualify your application from further consideration.

• Yes, I have attached either a diploma or transcripts
• No, I either don't have a diploma or transcripts, or a license

05

Which of the following best describes your years of professional experience as a clinician in a relevant behavioral health and/or substance use disorder program?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

06

Which of the following best describes your years of supervisory experience in a relevant behavioral health and/or substance use disorder program?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• Between 1 and 2 years
• More than 2 years

07

Please select the choice that best describes your knowledge and experience in performing lead work in a professional behavioral health and/or substance use disorder program.

• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
• I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.
• I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
• I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
• I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

08

The ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position, but is not required. Applicants for English/Spanish bilingual designation must take and pass the Spanish bilingual proficiency examination. Please let us know if you are Spanish bilingual.

• I don't speak Spanish
• I know some Spanish
• I am fluent in Spanish

Required Question