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Mental Health Counselor

Salary

$107,411.20 - $130,582.40 Annually

Location

Reno Police Department, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

598326

Department

Police

Opening Date

01/02/2026

Closing Date

1/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team who strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST) Mental Health Counselor provides critical, field-based mental health services in partnership with sworn Reno Police Department officers, responding to behavioral health crises throughout the community. This role delivers on-scene crisis intervention, clinical assessment, Mental Health Crisis Hold (MHCH) evaluations, and short-term case management in settings such as homes, public spaces, shelters, and other community locations, with a focus on safety, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care. The ideal candidate is a licensed clinician who thrives in dynamic environments, exercises sound independent clinical judgment, collaborates effectively with law enforcement and community partners, and is committed to reducing repeat crisis events through compassionate, trauma-informed intervention and follow-up.

This position is part of a behavioral health response program that operates seven days a week . Assigned shifts may include day shift, swing shift, or a combination of both, with schedules coordinated among multiple clinicians to provide consistent coverage. Work hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on program needs.

This position is governed by the Reno Administrative Professional Group (RAPG) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Work schedules, compensation, leave, and other terms and conditions of employment are subject to the applicable provisions of the agreement and City policy.

We currently have one vacancy in the Reno Police Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

This is an open competitive opportunity for all qualified applicants.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

+ Provide on-scene crisis intervention, safety planning, and clinical support through coordinated response with Reno Police Department officers, utilizing both co-response and independent self-deployment models as operationally required.

+ Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including Mental Health Crisis Hold (MHCH) evaluations.

+ Perform field-based outreach, home visits, and “Person in Crisis” welfare checks.

+ Provide intensive case management, including monitoring medication compliance, treatment adherence, and ongoing stability.

+ Conduct consistent follow-up contacts with previously engaged individuals to support ongoing treatment, assess changing needs, and reduce repeated crisis events.

+ Adjust case plans and response strategies based on clinical assessment and client progress.

+ Collaborate with hospitals, crisis centers, behavioral health agencies, social services, homeless shelters, and community providers to coordinate care.

+ Provide education to department personnel and community partners regarding mental illness, crisis response, and available resources.

+ Establish and maintain professional relationships with local agencies and service providers to support individuals experiencing mental health crises.

+ Provide updates, follow-up information, and case coordination to referring officers and partner agencies when appropriate.

+ Attend required meetings, case staffing, training, and calls for service as assigned.

+ Evaluate community resources and providers for effectiveness and appropriateness for MOST clients.

+ Prepare HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation, including assessments, interventions, follow-up plans, and outcome summaries.

+ Maintain accurate clinical records and program data for evaluation and reporting.

+ Work closely with the MOST Supervisor, seeking guidance and direction for all programmatic and clinical matters, while following direction from the partnered officer regarding scene safety and operational procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Combinations of relevant work experience and education that are equivalent to the following are acceptable.*

Education:

A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience performing clinical case work.

Licenses:

+ Must possess a valid driver's license.

+ Must possess licensure in the State of Nevada to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), A Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or a Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC). Licensure must be a practitioner, not as an intern.

*Equivalent licensure in another state that would qualify for licensure by endorsement as a LCSW, MFT, or CPC in the State of Nevada may be considered. Candidates must obtain their licensure by endorsement in Nevada within one year of hire.

Supplemental Information

To Apply:

Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by January 18, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.

Examination Process:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments which includes a Emotional Intelligence Assessment and an Employee Personality Profile; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows.

Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 100%

Emotional Intelligence Assessment = Informational purposes only

Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only

Online Assessment Details:

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.

The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on January 18, 2026.Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity.All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

Notification:

Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven’t opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you’ve previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your governmentjobs.com profile .

Testing Accommodation:

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing theAccommodation Request Form (https://forms.office.com/g/wTdNZh4Aih) by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):

In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

+ City of Reno classified employees who are veterans

+ City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans

+ City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points: Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):

Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.

Appointment and Certification:

Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Questions and Updates:

Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or [email protected] .

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.

Please use thisHealth and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist the Civil Service Commission in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting.

All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position.

By checking "I understand", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement.

+ I understand

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your highest level of qualifying education?

+ Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or psychology.

+ Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a closely related field.

+ None of the above

04

Only answer this question if your course work is in another closely related field to this position.

How has your course work prepared you to perform the work of this position?

05

In order for your education to be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications and/or to get credit for your education as part of the assessment process, you must attach a copy of your diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application.

Applications submitted without this required documentation will still be considered but without regard to attained education and may be rejected if the required relevant work experience is not apparent.

Have you attached verifiable documentation in the form of a college diploma or unofficial transcripts to your application?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?

+ I have less than two years of work experience performing clinical case work.

+ I have two years or more of work experience performing clinical case work.

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Provide a list of employers where you gained your qualifying paid work experience from the work experience section of your application. Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in the position (full-time equivalent), the work you performed and your level of responsibility.

This information must be provided in order to continue in the screening process,"See Resume" or "See Application" as a response may be grounds for disqualification.

08

Select all of the following licenses you currently possess.You must attach proof of licensure in order to be considered.

+ Nevada State Licensed Clinical Social Worker

+ Nevada State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

+ Nevada State Clinical Professional Counselor

+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker in another state

+ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in another state

+ Clinical Professional Counselor / Mental Health Counselor or equivalent licensed in another state

09

Select all of the following certifications or licenses that you currently possess. You must attach proof of the certificate or license in order to receive credit.

+ Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

+ Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)

+ Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

+ CASAT certification

+ EMDR certification

+ Somatic therapy certification

+ Exposure therapy certification

+ Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy certification

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Employer

City of Reno

Address

PO Box 1900Reno, Nevada, 89505

Phone

(775) 334-2223

Website

http://www.reno.gov/jobs

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