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Behavioral Health Specialist I/II Opportunity
The Access, Crisis and Support Line (ACSL), within the Crisis, Access and Medication Services Division, is seeking compassionate, adaptable, and service-oriented professionals to join our team as On-Call Behavioral Health Specialist I/II. This position is part of a 24/7/365 access and crisis response system that serves as the first point of contact for individuals seeking behavioral health services.
The ideal candidate is a confident professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to supporting individuals and families experiencing crisis, emotional distress, or uncertainty. Responsibilities include conducting telephonic screenings, assessing service needs and urgency, verifying eligibility, providing crisis intervention, and connecting callers with appropriate behavioral health, substance use, crisis, and community resources.
Successful candidates possess strong communication, active listening, customer service, and de-escalation skills, exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations, and accurately document services within a confidential electronic health record. This part-time position requires flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as needed to support continuous operations. This position will not hold a set schedule; hours will be determined based on need. The Behavioral Health Specialist works collaboratively with Crisis Response Teams, hospitals, Managed Care Plans, law enforcement, emergency responders, and community partners to ensure timely, coordinated, and person-centered care.
If you are passionate about public service, expanding access to behavioral health care, and making a meaningful difference during some of the most critical moments in people's lives, we encourage you to apply. Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply, as their unique perspectives strengthen engagement, foster hope, and support recovery.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Review Deadline: August 24, 2026
September 7, 2026
October 5, 2026
November 2, 2026
December 7, 2026
Written Examination: Week of August 24, 2026
Week of September 7, 2026
Week of October 5, 2026
Week of November 2, 2026
Week of December 7, 2026
To learn more about Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, please visit Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services.
Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Behavioral Health Specialist I/II. The entry-level position performs under supervision while the experienced, journey-level position performs with much greater independence. Applicants who have lived experience as a consumer of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services or a family member of a loved one who is/was a consumer of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services are encouraged to apply. This position provides a variety of para-professional counseling services to members, recommends appropriate referrals, maintains community liaisons to ensure adequate services are made available to members, provides facilitation for a variety of member-focused specialty groups, and as part of the treatment team, establishes and implements treatment plans. Behavioral Health Specialists work under supervision and may be assigned to regional teams, residential or inpatient facilities and various outpatient programs. Performs field visits to those under care and supervises subordinates.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill multiple vacancies for Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and establish an eligibility list to fill future Part-Time, Extra Help and On-Call vacancies.
The Access, Crisis and Support Line Program Summary
The Access, Crisis and Support Line (ACSL) is the central point of entry for behavioral health services within Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, ACSL provides telephonic crisis intervention, behavioral health screenings, eligibility determination, service navigation, referrals to mental health, substance use treatment, Mobile Crisis Response, and community-based services.
As the first point of contact for many individuals, families, healthcare providers, first responders, schools, and community partners, ACSL plays a vital role in ensuring timely access to care. Staff assess behavioral health needs, identify urgent and emergent situations, coordinate appropriate levels of care, and connect callers to services that promote safety, recovery, and wellness.
Questions? We're Here to Help!
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, the recruitment process, or need assistance with your application, please contact the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Recruitment Team at or
Worksite address
modesto, CA, 95351, US
Who can apply
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