Applications will be reviewed in the order in which it was received.
The Riverside University Health Systems - Behavioral Health department is currently recruiting for multiple Clinical Therapist I/II positions throughout Riverside County.
Must be currently registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as: Associate Clinical Social Worker, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, or an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
This job opening will serve to fill multiple current and upcoming Clinical Therapist I/II vacancies throughout Riverside County for the Riverside University Health System (Behavioral Health, Medical Center, and Community Health Clinics) for Regular, temporary, and Per Diem positions.
The current and upcoming divisions that are seeking qualified Clinical Therapists I/II are listed below (Location may vary). Please note that the position may be filled by the time you apply.
For this recruitment, some positions are eligible for a 10% DTR or 5.5% Crisis differential that is applied to hours worked. At any time, this differential can be removed.
As positions become available, the recruiter will review applications and refer applicants on an individual basis should they meet the minimum classification and department's requirements.
The work schedule for these positions may vary depending on the department's needs.
Openings for Associate & Licensed Clinicians
(CT I/II):
Population:Mature Adults, aged 59+ - Field Work
Population:Law Enforcement, individuals in crisis, their family and other MH professionals – Field Work with Sheriff's (5.5% per hour worked crisis differential)
Population: Adults, justice involved, forensics.
Population:Adults and Matured Adults - Field Work
Population:Detained youth in the facility as well an youth being released in the community – Field Work
Population:Homeless & high acuity population with moderate to severe mental illnesses.– Field Work
Population: Eating, anxiety, and depressive disorders, for TAY - 16 to 25 years of age. May also work with youth 12 to 18 to with eating disorders if there is a coverage need. – Field Work
Population: Mobile Response Program – Field Work
Openings for Licensed Clinicians (CT II) ONLY:
Population:Experience assessing children/adolescents.
Population:Child welfare and juvenile justice youth. 5-21 but mostly teens – Field Work
Experience with youth in foster care or with the social services system
Population:1st Responders such as Sheriff/Police/Correction Officers/ Firefighters/ Paramedics/EMTs etc. - Field Work
The Clinical Therapist I is the unlicensed entry-level of the Clinical Therapist series. This series includes the registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), the registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), and the registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). Through education and supervised clinical experience on the job, incumbents in this classification develop advanced diagnostic and treatment skills while gaining qualifying experience for which state licensure is required.
The Clinical Therapist I is required to obtain a license issued by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist within six years from the date of hire. Incumbents placed in this classification prior to September 18, 2014, may obtain licensure within eight years from the date of hire. Clinical Therapist I is a natural progression underfill for the class of Clinical Therapist II. Incumbents will be promoted to Clinical Therapist II after obtaining a satisfactory performance evaluation and upon providing proof of licensure.
The Clinical Therapist II is the journey and licensed level of the Clinical Therapist series. Positions in this class include the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). The Clinical Therapist II class has responsibility for performing, within the scope of licensure, a full range of psychotherapy and counseling for individual consumers, couples, families, and groups exhibiting a variety of mental health and related disorders in a clinic or institutional setting. Assignments range from average difficulty to very complex and may include serving in a lead capacity over other mental health treatment staff.Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.
We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian’s Office, address the diverse needs of our community.
At RUHS Behavioral Health, you’ll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.
If you’re passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!
For more information, please visit www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health
Other Requirements
License/Certificate:Possession of a valid California Driver’s License may be required.
Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates issued by the American Heart Association may be required.Bilingual Testing
The Human Resources Department will coordinate a Bilingual (Spanish) Non-Proctored Assessment, which may be required for positions designated as bilingual.Security Clearance
A successful Security Clearance conducted by the Sheriff’s Department may be required within the Department of Behavioral Health.
County of Riverside Human Resources Contact:
For more information regarding this position, please contact the recruiter, Jammie Smith, at jasmith@rivco.org or (951) 955-6965.Please allow one-to-two business days for a response to general inquiries.