Mental Health Clinician

The City of Elk Grove is currently accepting applications for

Mental Health Clinician

$95,978.00 - $128,633.00 annually + excellent benefits

The City of Elk Grove is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to join the Police Department. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and empathetic professional who thrives in high-pressure environments. This individual will demonstrate a strong ability to collaborate with law enforcement officers as part of the Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT) to respond to residents in mental health crises. They will have expertise in crisis intervention, clinical assessment, and community-based care to connect individuals with the resources they need while mitigating further escalation.

This role is ideal for someone with both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of the complexities of working alongside law enforcement. The ideal candidate will not only provide immediate mental health support but also proactively engage with the community, enhancing mental health education and crisis prevention efforts. They will approach their work with empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to building trust between law enforcement, residents, and service providers. This person will be instrumental in shaping proactive strategies that improve public safety outcomes by addressing the intersection of mental health and policing.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)

Filing Deadline: December 6, 2024, by 11:59pm

Oral Board Interviews: December 19, 2024 (virtual)

Selection Interviews: January 9, 2025 (in person)

For a complete job description, further details about our benefit package and to apply, please visit our

website at: https://apptrkr.com/5798928.

Human Resources Department

8401 Laguna Palms Way | Elk Grove, CA 95758 | 916-683-7111

elkgrovecity.org