Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Funded by Special Revenue)*

Salary : $88,023.62 - $132,035.44 Annually
Location : Henderson, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 1389NOV26-P-AG
Department: Community and Neighborhood Programs
Opening Date: 11/09/2026

Position Overview
This is an open and continuous recruitment which will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days and close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly qualified candidates has been created.

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill four (4) vacancies for the classification of Licensed Mental Health Clinician (Funded by Special Revenue) in the Department of Community and Neighborhood Programs. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under general supervision, provides crisis intervention and de-escalation, assessment, and clinical intervention; coordinates and manages cases; develops safety plans; acts as a secondary link to support and resources for individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis; provides outreach, referrals, and follow-ups for community members affected by behavioral health issues; performs related duties as assigned.

The first review of applications will take place on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.

NOTE: This position is funded by special revenue. It is subject to ongoing special revenue funding. Upon the expiration of these funds, employees taking this position will have rights as outlined in the "reduction in force" language in the applicable contract or civil service rules.
PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Incumbent may expect to work independently in the field at varying locations throughout the City of Henderson. Incumbent will be exposed to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments including excessive heat and cold and will be walking and working on slippery and uneven surfaces. Travel between locations will be necessary via City motor vehicle. Air conditioning and heat may not be available via all methods of travel. Incumbent may also expect to encounter and interact with persons who are uncooperative, experiencing crisis, or experiencing homelessness.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate would be part of the Crisis Response Team (CRT), which is a team of clinicians who provide active response to 911 calls that include a behavioral health crisis for adults. The CRT provides trauma-informed de-escalation and crisis intervention; screening and assessment of mental health status and substance use concerns; facilitation of access to behavioral health care providers and crisis stabilization services; and connection to community resources with follow up case management for up to 90 days. The CRT works to remove barriers and connect people to treatment; strengthen partnerships with the mental health system; reduce involuntary hospitalizations; divert individuals from jails and emergency rooms; and keep people in the least restrictive but safest setting possible. A candidate well-suited for this position will be flexible with changing circumstances and able to pivot easily between work tasks and situations.
If you hold a master's degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, have at least two years of experience in mental health or crisis work, and maintain an active LCSW, LMFT, or LPC license, we invite you to help us strengthen the continuum of care for our community.
The ideal candidate is professional, composed, and skilled with effective interaction with people in crisis. If you are a self-motivated worker, able to work independently, and dedicated to providing premier service in the scope of your duties, please apply today!
SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• The salary range for this position is $88,023.62 - $132,035.44 Annually
  • Salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity.
• Clickhere to View the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy *
  • * Contingent upon the City's financial performance and subject to available funding as determined by the City
• Work-Life Balance
  • Four (4)-Day, 38 hour workweek
  • This is a 7 day a week program. You may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
• Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Leave and Holidays Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
  • Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
  • Program, and much more!
  • ***Click here to review all City Employee Benefits

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Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, psychology, or social work
• Two (2) years of experience in social work, crisis intervention and/or mental health counseling which included experience in assisting the public by facilitating the referral of individuals to the appropriate resources, programs, and/or agencies
• Note: An equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered
• Possess and maintain, as a condition of continued employment, one of the following licenses, in good standing with State of Nevada licensure entity, at time of application:
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); or
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT); or
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483

• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
• Must obtain and maintain Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification upon hire/transfer and recertify as needed. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment
• All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents' expense
• Must complete multiple assigned job-related trainings and/or certifications within the first year of appointment. Ongoing training is required to maintain knowledge of best practices and resources
• Desirable: Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor and/or experience working/serving individuals with substance abuse issues

For this recruitment only, if you are in the process of relocating to Nevada or have recently relocated to Nevada and have submitted for professional licensure reciprocity, we will consider that on a case by case basis.
Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Resume*
3) Copy of Current Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Counselor License*

*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Additional assessments may take place as needed until the position is filled.
The first review of applications will take place on Tuesday, November 24, 2026.

Structured Selection Interview with Written/Performance Component (Weighted 100%) - Thursday, December 10, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.