Deputy Director H&SS - Behavioral Health

The Solano County Behavioral Health Services division of the Health and Social Services Department is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Services.
View the brochure for this career opportunity here: Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Services.

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Health and Social Services Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Services

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Interested candidates should review the brochure and apply by 03/31/2025.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the final review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience : Four years of leadership in behavioral health or related human services including experience in development of programs; evaluation of program effectiveness; team building, policy development and fiscal oversight.

DEGREE REQUIRED, SUBMITTAL BY FILING DATE
Education: Master’s degree in social work, psychology, hospital administration, public health administration, public health or counseling; or doctorate in psychology (PhD, PsyD); or medical degree with training in psychiatry.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

In accordance with Title 9, Section 620 of California Code of Regulations, one or more of the following clinical licenses is preferred for this position:

• Physician and Surgeon license issued by the State Board of Medical Quality Assurance
• Clinical Psychologist license issued by the California Board of Psychology
• Clinical Social Worker license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners
• Marriage and Family Therapist license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners
• Registered Nursing license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing in conjunction with possession of a Master’s degree in psychiatric or public health nursing

Refer to Title 9, Section 620 of California Code of Regulations.

Additionally, one or more of the following clinical licenses is qualifying for this position:

• Nurse Practitioner license issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing
• Public Health Nursing Certificate issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners

Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver’s License, Class C
All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.gov. Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment number in your email or fax.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

To learn more, view our benefits summary .

Closing Date/Time: 3/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• Solano County

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