Qureos Mentor

City of Thomaston

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 Job Summary
 
 
 
 This position provides case management and counseling support for individuals receiving behavioral health services, including mental health and substance use disorder services. The case manager assesses client needs, develops and monitors treatment plans, and supports rehabilitation efforts as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Responsibilities include conducting client intakes, evaluating treatment progress, maintaining records, coordinating services, and connecting clients with community resources. The role also involves community outreach, organizing events and programs, facilitating wellness activities, and representing the department in community partnerships and committees. Candidates should have skills in communication, documentation, collaboration, and maintaining client confidentiality
 
 
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 The Ideal Candidate
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate is a compassionate, organized, and driven professional who is committed to supporting individuals in recovery from substance use disorders. They are eager to learn, adaptable to change, and skilled at building strong rapport with diverse populations. This person provides culturally responsive care, collaborates with partner agencies, and works well as part of a team. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. This role may include providing services in a county jail setting, so candidates must be comfortable working in a correctional environment. Candidates who are not yet certified must be willing to begin the Substance Use Disorder counselor certification process within the first six (6) months of employment.
 
 
 
 The Department
 
 
 
 The Behavioral Health Department works collaboratively to support the mental health and well-being of individuals and families throughout Mono County. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, culturally responsive services to a diverse community, with a strong focus on serving Medi-Cal beneficiaries in need of behavioral health care. Through close collaboration with healthcare providers, community organizations, schools, and local agencies, the department ensures coordinated and accessible care for those facing mental health and substance use challenges. In addition to clinical services, the department actively engages the community by hosting outreach activities, educational workshops, and community events that promote awareness, prevention, and wellness. By building strong partnerships and fostering community connections, the Behavioral Health Department strives to improve access to care, reduce stigma, and support healthier outcomes for all residents of Mono County.
 
 
 
 About The County
 
 
 
 Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.
 
 
 What employees value about working at Mono County: Employees appreciate Mono County&rsquo;s location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close-knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work&ndash;life balance.
 
 
 The Region
 
 
 Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California&rsquo;s Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as &ldquo;California&rsquo;s Great Beyond&rdquo; this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout, explore the backcountry, play a round of golf, relax in soothing hot springs, or paddle a kayak along the shores of Mono Lake.
 
 
 The town of Mammoth Lakes is the most populated region of Mono County, hosting Mammoth Mountain Ski area and various resort-community amenities. On the quieter side, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Chalfant, and Benton offer a more rural atmosphere, unlimited outdoor adventures, and small-town charm.
 
 
 Mono County, California&rsquo;s Eastern Sierra
 
 
 Benefits Highlights
 
 
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 Retirement: CalPERS retirement and 457/401(a) Plans available.
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 Medical: CalPERS health plans
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 Dental &amp; Vision
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 Generous vacation and sick pay
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 Discounted gym membership
 
 
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 All three levels:
 
 
 
 
 Any Combination Of Training And Experience Which Would Provide The Required Knowledge And Abilities Is Qualifying. A Typical Way To Obtain The Required Knowledge And Abilities Might Be:
 
 
 
 Two (2) years of experience which would have provided a high degree of insight into individual or group problems such as mental health, drug abuse, alcohol abuse, elders, or domestic relations.
 
 
 
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 Upper division college courses in community resources, human services, behavioral sciences or other related fields.
 
 
 
 
 Mono County Summary Of Benefits
 
 
 
 
 The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.
 
 
 
 Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions
 
 
 
 County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.
 
 
 
 Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS
 
 
 
 To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee&rsquo;s cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/active-members/health-benefits/plans-and-rates
 
 
 
 Dental Mono County
 
 
 
 Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Ameritas.
 
 
 Dental premium coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
 
 
 
 Vision
 
 
 
 Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:
 
 
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 well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
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 $160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
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 $180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting and evaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
 
 
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 Basic Life Insurance
 
 
 
 Administered by Madison Life, Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
 
 
 Mono County also offers coverage to employee&rsquo;s spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.
 
 
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 Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
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 At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
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 Coverage for Employee&rsquo;s Spouse is $1,000.00
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 Coverage for Employee&rsquo;s Children is also $1,000.00
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 Coverage for Employee&rsquo;s Children under six months is $100.00
 
 
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 Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
 
 
 Supplemental Life Insurance &ndash; Administered by Colonial Life.
 
 
 Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.
 
 
 Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage Can Be Enrolled In The First 31 Days Of Employment Without Proof Of Good Health, After 31 Days Proof Of Good Health Is Required. Amounts Available Are As Follows:
 
 
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 For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of good health
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 For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee&rsquo;s Children for $10,000.00.
 
 
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 Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances
 
 
 
 Provided by AmeriFLEX Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by AmeriFLEX . These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
 
 
 
 
 Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan
 
 
 
 
 The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-5% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 5% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee&rsquo;s name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.
 
 
 
 
 CalPERS Retirement Benefits And Contributions
 
 
 
 
 Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.
 
 
 
 Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.
 
 
 
 Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups
 
 
 Most New Members Will Fall Within The New Pension Reform Formulas Of 2 @ 62 For Miscellaneous &amp; 2.7 @ 57 For All Safety Group. However, If You Do Have Prior Membership You May Be Eligible For The Formulas That Were In Place On December 31st 2012, Before Pension Reform Went Into Place. Our Pre-pension Reform Formulas Are:
 
 
 Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55
 
 
 Local Safety &ndash; Sheriff = 3% @ 55
 
 
 Local Safety &ndash; Fire = 2% @ 50
 
 
 Local Safety &ndash; County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50
 
 
 
 Find Out All About Your CalPERS Benefits At Www.calpers.ca.gov
 
 
 
 
 EAP &ndash; Employee Assistance Program
 
 
 
 Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and NIS. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.
 
 
 
 Mono County Wellness Program
 
 
 
 Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club.
 
 
 For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00
 
 
 
 SICK &amp; VACATION
 
 
 
 Sick &ndash; (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
 
 
 Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.
 
 
 Vacation&ndash; (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
 
 
 Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:
 
 
 Initial employment ----------------------------------10 days vacation per year
 
 
 After three years of continuous service-----&mdash;15 days vacation per year
 
 
 After ten years of continuous service&mdash;-------17 days vacation per year
 
 
 After fifteen years of continuous service--&mdash;19 days vacation per year
 
 
 After twenty years of continuous service-&mdash;20 days vacation per year
 
 
 
 Permanent part-time employees
 
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 Mono County Holidays
 
 
 
 Mono County recognizes 16 holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to the specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.
 
 
 
 &ldquo;Welcome to Mono County &ndash; A great place to live and work!!&rdquo;
 
 
 
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 Statement on Remote Work Policy &ldquo;Mono County does not permit fully remote positions. All employees are required to perform their job duties in person at their designated work location(s) to ensure compliance with Mono County policies, state labor laws, applicable tax regulations, and operational requirements. Requests for intermittent remote work may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Department Head, with approval from the County Administrative Officer (CAO).&rdquo;
 
 
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 I acknowledge that this position is designated as in-person and affirm that I am able to meet this requirement if hired.
 
 
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 Please indicate your highest level of education.
 
 
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 High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
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 Some College Coursework
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 Associates Degree
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 Bachelor's Degree
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 Master's Degree
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 Doctorate Degree
 
 
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 Have you completed upper division college courses in community resources, human services, behavioral sciences or other related fields?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 How many years of experience do you possess that have provided you with substantial insight into individual or group issues, including mental health, substance abuse, alcohol dependency, elder care, or domestic relations?
 
 
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 No experience
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 Less than 2 years of experience
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 3 years but less than 3 years of experience
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 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
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 4 or more years of experience
 
 
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 If you have experience that provided a high degree of insight into individual or group problems such as mental health, drug abuse, alcohol abuse, elders, or domestic relations, please describe below. If you do not have experience, write N/A.
 
 
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 How much experience do you have in a customer service role working directly the public?
 
 
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 No experience
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 Less than one year of experience
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 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
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 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
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 3 or more years of experience
 
 
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 This role may include providing services in a county jail setting, are you comfortable working in a correctional environment
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 Do you have a Substance Use Disorder counselor certification?
 
 
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 Yes
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 No
 
 
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 If you do not have your Substance Use Disorder counselor certification are you willing to begin the process of certification within the first six (6) months of employment? If already certified, select N/A.
 
 
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 N/A
 
 
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 Please indicate below your ability to translate English to Spanish and Spanish to English when speaking.
 
 
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 N/A - Not Bilingual
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 Fair
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 Good
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 Fluent
 
 
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 Do you have any personal experience outside of work and education that you believe makes you a good candidate for this position?
 
 
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 Where did you hear about this job?
 
 
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 GovernmentJobs.com
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 Word of Mouth
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 Social Media
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 www.monocounty.ca.gov
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 Other
 
 
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 If you selected "other" for the previous question, please elaborate:
 
 
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