Behavioral Health Recovery System Administrator
Salary
$10,922.25 - $13,053.11 Monthly
Location
2001 28th Street, Bakersfield, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
10088
Department
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & RECOVERY SERVICES
Opening Date
06/29/2026
Closing Date
7/10/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Information
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:
Examinations: Appraisal (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of evaluating the applicants training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position. Appraisal can be based on any combination of the following: Investigation, oral exam and/or rating of the application.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
A Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related behavioral or social science field; AND appropriate licensure by the State of California as a mental health professional.
OR
A Masters degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Business, Public Administration, or a related behavioral or social science field; AND two (2) years paid experience as a supervisor of a health or behavioral health program.
OR
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related behavioral or social science field; AND four (4) years paid experience working as a supervisor of a health or behavior health program.
Some assignments may require clinical licensure. Examples of clinical licensure include: Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (L.M.F.T.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (L.P.C.C.).
Please ensure applicable materials such as transcripts, degrees and certifications are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or contact hr@kerncounty.com.
Full Job Description: Behavioral Health Recovery System Administrator
About Kern County
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Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern Countys recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
Health Insurance: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
Retirement Program: Kern County Employees Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
Social Security Administration:
Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
Employee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!
Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
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I have attached a copy of my degree and/or transcripts demonstrating I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a major in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Public Administration, or a related behavioral or social science field.
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I have attached a copy of my licensure by the State of California as a mental health professional. Examples of clinical licensure include: Psychologist, Licenesed Marriage and Family Therapist (L.M.F.T), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (L.P.C.C.).
Required Question
Employer Kern County
Address 1115 Truxtun Avenue First Floor
Bakersfield, California, 93301
Phone (661) 868-3480
Website http://www.kerncounty.com/hr