Behavioral Health NurseIn addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date:
Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
Premium PayIn addition to the hourly salary, eligible applicants may receive premium pay for the items listed below.
- Bilingual pay: Qualified employees who meet the criteria shall receive an additional $0.70 per hour for all hours paid.
- Night Shift Differential pay: Employees assigned to a night shift shall be paid a night shift differential for each hour actually worked on the assigned night shift. Pay rate is determined by assigned shift hours.
- Nurse Hiring Incentive: Upon completion of new employee probation, eligible employees shall receive a one-time lump sum incentive of $1,000, within 2 pay periods.
- Nurse Retention: Upon completion of 10,400 service hours (approximately 5 years of service) in a Nurse classification, you will receive 3% of your annual base salary as a one-time lump sum payment.
Other Additional Premium PaysThis recruitment is open to the public, will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Candidates who are placed on the eligible list will remain on the eligible list for six (6) months and may be considered/referred for selection/hiring interviews. After six (6) months, candidates must reapply to receive further consideration.
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Behavioral Health Nurse positions within the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.
HEALTH CARE AGENCYThe County of Orange, Health Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual, family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director, a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas - Administrative Services, Behavioral Health Services, Correctional Health Services, Specialized Medical Services and Public Health Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICESThe Behavioral Health Services Division consists of eight (8) service areas. This Division provides a culturally competent and client-centered system of behavioral health services for all eligible county residents in need of treatment for alcohol and other drug abuse and mental health care.
- Adult and Older Adult (AOA) includes Veteran services, offers a full range of programs to adults with mental health conditions that are at risk of more serious issues without treatment and supportive services.
- Crisis and Acute Care Services provides responsive services to adults and youth in a behavioral health crisis.
- OC Outreach and Engagement (OC O&E) serves individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Orange County.
- Children and Youth Services (CYS) offers a broad array of treatment and early intervention services to children, adolescents, transitional aged youth, and their families.
- Quality Management Services (QMS) includes Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance (QI/QA) and Health Records Management (HRM) functions.
- Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Office coordinates the various activities related to the development approval and reporting of MHSA programs and services.
- Substance Use Disorder Services (SUD) provides an array of prevention, treatment and recovery support services for youth and adults.
- Forensics and Justice Involved Division provides oversight, evaluation, and treatment for all of the mental health justice involved for Orange County.
THE OPPORTUNITYHCA is recruiting for Behavioral Health Nurses to maintain program compliance with State regulations, primary care physician linkage, metabolic monitoring, medication services, crisis intervention, and medical consultation for all consumers in the programs. Current openings are in the following programs:
- Adult and Older Adult Behavior Health (AOABH)
- Assertive Community Treatment (PACT)
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate will possess at least four (4) years or more of experience as a Registered Nurse working and evaluating individuals in a behavioral health setting. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following core competencies:
- Technical Knowledge | Professional Experience
- Providing interventions and supportive services to individuals for recovery purposes.
- Identifying risk factors contributing to the mental health problems within client population.
- Oral | Written Communication Skills
- Communicating effectively with law enforcement, schools, families, social services, hospitals, and private citizens.
- Maintaining and Building Relationships | Interpersonal Skills
- Handling high profile and sensitive request from the community with professional diplomacy and skill.
- Judgement | Decision Making
- Exercising good judgment, thinking quickly, and making sound decisions to prevent injury/loss of life.
- Safety Focus
- Developing and implementing safety plans to ensure safety of individuals within the facility, clinic, and community.
- Being alert and mindful of personal safety and security while giving care to mentally ill clients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSClick here to learn more about the minimum qualifications, environmental conditions, and physical characteristics for the Behavioral Health Nurse Classification.
RECRUITMENT PROCESSHuman Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses.
Online Examinations (Weighted 100%)Candidates whose experience and education appear to best meet the needs of the department will be invited to participate in an examination(s) covering job-related items.
Eligible ListOnce the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.
Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
EMAIL NOTIFICATION:Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE:User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Rasika Wijayaweera at (714) 834-7877 or RWijayaweera@ochca.com.Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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