YOUTH & ADULT INTERVENTION SPECIALIST Salary $52,395.20 - $87,776.00 Annually Location Clark County - Las Vegas, NV Job Type PERMANENT Department Juvenile Justice Services Job Number 15293 Closing Continuous ABOUT THE POSITION This position conducts detailed assessments of youth and family clients referred through the Juvenile Court system, either in a detention or protective custody facility, or in an in-home setting. Conducts in-depth interviews with clients, families and other appropriate individuals; administers psychometric tests and other assessment devices; provides crisis intervention on a 24 hour basis and/or ongoing counseling for youth at the detention facility, the child shelter, in protective custody, in an office setting or on an in-home basis. Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist I: $52,395.20- $81,244.80 Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist II: $56,576.00 - 87,776.00 This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. The Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the probationary period (520 hours worked to 2,080 hours worked) and the training program, which is up to two (2) years, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist II. Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist I - Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field. Youth and Adult Intervention Specialist II - In addition to the above: Two (2) years of full-time professional counseling experience, preferably dealing with youth, adults and families. Experience with the juvenile justice system is desirable. Working Conditions: Attend meeting outside of normal working hours. Work extended shifts or be called back on a 24-hour basis in crisis situations. May work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. May work in a locked detention facility or in a remote location. Provide in-home crisis intervention in a variety of living situations. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Specified positions must possess or be able to obtain an appropriate license to practice as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or other required certification or licensure in the state of Nevada. Such license must be obtained within four (4) years from date of hire. In addition to the above, a Substance Abuse Counselor certification is desirable. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Family Services and Juvenile Justice Services: Conducts detailed assessments of youth and family clients referred through the Juvenile Court system, either in a detention or protective custody facility or in an in-home setting. Conducts in-depth interviews with clients, families and other appropriate individuals; administers psychometric tests and other assessment devices; confers with other staff members regarding behavior evidences and develops treatment plans. Provides crisis intervention on a 24-hour basis and/or ongoing counseling for youth at the detention facility, the child shelter, in protective custody, in an office setting or on an in-home basis; extends such services of parents, guardians and other family members as required. Prepares recommendations regarding a variety of treatment options, including hospitalization, alternative living arrangements, short- and long-term therapy and rehabilitation, education and other alternatives. Makes and facilitates community-based referrals, coordinates treatment and follows-up as required; refers families for medical, social, economic and other services that may enhance the treatment process. Develops case files and makes accurate case notes; provides case management in specified areas of assignment. Conducts a variety of analytical studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations; prepares a variety of written materials. Directs the work of and provides clinical supervision and training to interns and trainees after receiving necessary State certification. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a personal or County motor vehicle to various in-home and community agency sites. Social Services: Coordinates with Clark County Social Service contracted providers, community agencies and outreach teams that perform detailed assessments of youth and adult clients referred from various agencies. Facilitates and reviews in-depth interviews of clients, adults and other appropriate individuals completed by the contracted providers and offers improvement recommendations; Reviews and consults with contracted providers that administer psychometric tests and other assessment devices, confers with other staff members regarding behavior evidences and develops treatment plans. Prepares recommendations regarding a variety of treatment options, including hospitalization, alternative living arrangements, short- and long-term therapy and rehabilitation, education and other alternatives. Makes and facilitates community-based referrals, coordinates treatment and follows-up as required; refers youth and adults for medical, social, economic and other services that may enhance the treatment process. Documents the work performed by contracted providers who develop case files and make accurate case notes; provides case management in specified areas of assignment. Conducts a variety of analytical studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations; prepares a variety of written materials. Provide direct service to Social Service programs that work with youth aging out of the Foster Care system. In addition to above, Youth and Adult Intervention Specialists at the II level may oversee the work of and provide training to interns and trainees assigned to this functional area of the Department of Social Services. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a personal or County motor vehicle to various in-home and community agency sites. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in an office, detention, in-home or community setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit work sites and attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Clark County offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Disability Insurance & Long Term Disability Insurance Vacation Sick Leave Paid Holidays Employer-Paid Retirement Tuition Assistance Credit Union Eligibility Nevada has no State Income Tax CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 01 The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience. I understand that: A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area) B) Knowledge and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported by the work experience listed on my application; C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer; D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported by the work history listed on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive 0 points. The adjusted scores will be used when determining score ranking for interviews; E) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment. I understand this recruitment includes a supplemental skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the work history detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment. 02 Do you have a Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or Community Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field? Yes No 03 If yes to question #2, Please identify the area of your masters degree. If none, type N/A 04 Do you have a full clinical license (not an intern License) to practice in the State of Nevada? Yes No 05 If yes to question #4, please provide your State of Nevada License number and specify the type of license (e.g. Clinical Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist, Clinical Professional Counselor). If "No", enter N/A. 06 If yes to question #4, please attach a copy of your State of Nevada License . Yes, copy of license attached No, N/A 07 Do you have a clinical intern license to practice in the State of Nevada? Yes No 08 If yes to question #7, please provide your State of Nevada Intern License number and specify the type of intern license (e.g. Clinical Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist, Clinical Professional Counselor.) If this does not apply to you type N/A 09 Do you have at least 1,500 clinical internship hours? Yes No 10 If yes to question #9, provide the name of the licensing board that approved your hours. If this does not apply to you, type N/A 11 If you have selected completion of 1500 clinical hours, you will be requested to submit documentation from the State of Nevada Licensing Board showing the hours have been approved by the State of Nevada. I understand that I will be requested to submit documentation of proof or approved hours by the State of Nevada Licensing Board if I have selected yes to question #9 N/A - No to question #9 12 Do you have at least 3,000 clinical intern hours? Yes No 13 If Yes to question #12, please provide the name of the licensing board that approved your clinical intern hours. If this does not apply to you type N/A 14 Please select how months of professional experience and training do you have in performing DSM-V diagnoses of children. 0-24 months 25-36 months 37-48 months 49-60 months 61+ months 15 Complete a separate entry for each employer where your experience was obtained for the above question (see template below). Type N/A if you have no related experience. Employer Name: Job Title: Hours Worked Per Week: Dates of Employment: 16 Please select how months of professional experience and training in clinical and case management services, and assessing and treating children and families in a mental health, child welfare/protective services, juvenile justice or school setting. 0-24 months 25-36 months 37-48 months 49-60 months 61+ months 17 Complete a separate entry for each employer where your experience was obtained for the above question (see template below). Type N/A if you have no related experience. Employer Name: Job Title: Hours Worked Per Week: Dates of Employment: 18 Please select how months of professional experience and training you have in assessing, identifying and/or treatment of mental, physical or substance abuse. 0-24 months 25-36 months 37-48 months 49-60 months 61+ months 19 What specific areas do you have experience or training in, select all that apply. Fetal alcohol syndrome/effects as well as fetal drug effects Children with sexual behavior problems and/or juvenile sex offenders Sex abuse victims Substance abuse clients Problems with attachment and bonding between parents and children / between siblings Early childhood mental health or developmental difficulties Serious emotional disturbances in children Suicide or homicide risk Domestic violence Complex family dynamics 20 Please select how months of professional experience you have in writing clinical reports, court reports and/or forensic reports for the court. 0-24 months 25-36 months 37-48 months 49-60 months 61+ months 21 Please select how months of professional experience and training you have training in doing crisis intervention in a mental health or child welfare setting, including assessments of psychotic behavior and dangerousness to self or others. 0-24 months 24-36 months 37-48 months 49-60 months 61+ months Required Question Agency Clark County Address 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791 Phone (702) 455-3176 (702)455-4565 Website