Clinician

The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Position Description

Definition

Incumbents are in-house public safety mental health professionals who work directly with the director of the wellness program in providing clinical support to department members and their families. This individual must hold a valid license under Title 54, Chapter 641A.231 or 641B.240 of NRS. Incumbents play a critical role in fostering a culture of positive psychological, emotional, social, spiritual, and physical wellness within the department.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This classification consists of a position appointed by the Sheriff and is not subject to the competitive requirements of the Civil Service Rules of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

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Minimum Qualifications/Position-Specific Conditions

Best Candidates Will Have

• Two years of experience in public safety mental health to include crisis intervention and debriefs, with proven first responder cultural competency.

• Possession of a valid license under Title 54, Chapter 641A.231 or 641B.240 of NRS.

• Three or more years of experience of administrative duties to include program development and management.

• Three or more years of experience with public speaking and presenting.

• Three or more years of experience utilizing and developing culturally appropriate mental health assessments.

• A willingness to be deployed to area commands, outlying areas, and any other place a therapeutic need arises.

• A capacity to collaborate with Peer Support and other Clinicians.

• Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada driver license.

Conditions of Employment

In addition to the General Conditions of Employment found here, the following specific conditions of employment apply to this position:

• Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America.

• Be at least 18 years old.

• Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.

• Personal Appearance: While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches. Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.

• Comply with department policy 4.116 Driving/Vehicle Procedures, Department Take-Home Vehicles, if assigned a take-home vehicle.

• Maintain a valid, appropriate Nevada driver license.

• Maintain a valid license to practice social work issued by the Nevada State Board of Social Work.

• Respond to employees in crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Work any shift, weekends, and holidays.

• Crisis scenes within the community; varying weather and urban and rural conditions while traveling to offsite locations; office and filed environment; work with computers.

Selection Process

Application Filing

Applications and resumes must be submitted online and received by the posted closing date and time. Decisions on an applicant's suitability for this position may be made solely on the information contained in the application and resume and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.

Additional Selection Processes

If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.

The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Department's random drug screening process. For more information on the background process, click https://youtu.be/LpAUnwRbT9o for a quick video or https://www.protectthecity.com/applicants/employment-standards/background-investigation for specific information.

Additional Information

Inquiries

Questions regarding the application process may be directed to:

• Analyst Rosanne Sorboro Steiner at r14786s@lvmpd.com or 702-828-3146
• Human Resources Technician Martha Casper at m15703c@lvmpd.com or 702-828-3986

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Analyst Rosanne Sorboro Steiner at 702-828-3146 and r14786s@lvmpd.com.

Vision: The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.

Mission: The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.

Values: The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents thevalues of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of members, as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.

EEO: The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, military service,or political affiliation and shall be based on merit and fitness only.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.lvmpd.com

jobs@lvmpd.com

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT

APPOINTED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Benefits are effective July 1, 2023, are based upon an 80 hour

pay period in a paid status, and are subject to change.

COMPENSATION

CLOTHING ALLOWANCE: Appointed employees may be eligible to receive an annual clothing allowance, depending on the appointed agreement in effect on July 1 of payment year. When eligible, clothing allowance is paid to the employee at a prorated amount upon the completion of 6 months of continuous service, and each July thereafter. Employees who separate from the Department are required to reimburse a prorated amount for the remainder of that year.

EDUCATION INCENTIVE: Appointed employees possessing an Associate, Bachelor, or Master degree from an accredited college or university may be eligible to receive a designated amount per pay period based on the type of degree obtained and the appointed agreement in effect on July 1 of payment year.

SPANISH PAY: Qualified employees may receive Spanish Pay bi-weekly.

TAXES:

State/City

• Nevada has no state tax or city income tax.

Social Security

• Employees enrolled in PERS do not pay social security.

Medicare

• Medicare is deducted at the rate of 1.45%.

WORKING HOURS: Employees work 80 hours bi-weekly. Depending upon the area of assignment, employees work an 8-hour, a 9-hour, a 10-hour, or a 12-hour shift per day.

LEAVE AND HOLIDAYS

ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE: Employees begin accruing vacation leave immediately at the following rates:

• 1 - 4 years of service:4.62 hours per pay period (3 weeks per year)
• 5 - 9 years of service:5.80 hours per pay period (3.75 weeks per year)
• 10 - 19 years of service:6.15 hours per pay period (4 weeks per year)
• 20 + years of service:7.68 hours per pay period (5 weeks per year)

Vacation leave may be used after 6 months of continuous service.

On December 31st of each year, employees may carry over a portion of accrued leave, dependent on their years of service.

Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued vacation if they have completed six months of continuous service.

APPOINTED LEAVE: At the start of each calendar year (January 1st), appointed employees receive 3 appointed leave days. Employees must use these days by December 31 of the calendar year or they will be forfeited. Employees must have completed 6 months of continuous service to be eligible to use appointed leave. Appointed leave must be taken as full days, and has no cash-out value.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Employees may take bereavement leave for members of their immediate family. This leave can be deducted from any available accrued leave.

BONUS LEAVE: If an employee uses 3 days or less of sick leave, (including Family Leave), within an employment year, (the year beginning with the date of hire), s/he will receive 3 shifts of bonus leave. The shifts will be based on his/her regular work schedule at the time of accrual. There is no maximum accrual amount. Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued bonus leave.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. If the holiday falls on a regular day off, the employee will receive one shift of vacation leave accrual. If an appointed employee leaves the Department before the completion of 6 months of service, s/he will receive payment for any unused vacation that was accrued on the holiday during their regular day off.

SICK LEAVE: Employees begin accruing sick leave immediately at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (104 hours per year), with no accrual limit. Sick leave may be used as it is accrued. Employees must have 15 years of continuous service before being eligible to receive a portion of their sick leave balance upon separation from the Department.

BENEFITS

HEALTH/VISION/DENTAL INSURANCE: Employees are eligible for benefits on the first month after 15 calendar days of employment. LVMPD pays 100% of the employee's coverage and a portion of family coverage. Deductions are on a pre-tax basis. The plan includes coverage for major medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death.

POLICE EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PEAP): PEAP is an LVMPD counseling and referral service for employees and their families to help those who are experiencing personal or job-related problems. This service is provided at no cost to the employee.

RETIREMENT: Employees are members of the State of Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as an employer paid agency. Employees are vested upon completion of 5 years in the retirement system.

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE AND CAFETERIA PLANS: Various plans are available to employees, such as:

• Deferred Compensation (457b):Employees may elect to make pre-tax and/or contributions of their income into an approved deferred compensation qualified plan.

• Flexible Spending Accounts:Employees may elect to make pre-tax contributions to a flexible spending account, to be used for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent day care expenses.

• Supplemental Insurance:Supplemental insurance policies are also available, such as short term disability, cancer insurance, and accident insurance.Deductions for these policies are made on an after tax basis.

• LVMPD Group Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and In Line of Duty Death recompense at $25,000 each

01

AGE (CIVILIAN): Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

02

CITIZENSHIP (CIVILIAN): Are you a US citizen through naturalization or permanent resident alien of the United States without conditions on status?

• Yes

• No

03

EXPERIENCE: Do you have two years of experience in public safety mental health to include crisis intervention and debriefs, with proven first responder cultural competency?

• Yes

• No

04

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: Do you possess a valid license under Title 54, Chapter 641A.231 or 641B.240 of NRS?

• Yes

• No

05

LICENSE: Are you a licensed mental health professional?

• Yes

• No

06

LICENSE: If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please list your license number, state where your license was issued, and license expiration date. If you answered "No" to the question above, please enter "N/A".

07

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes

• No

08

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence?

• Yes

• No

09

BACKGROUND: Have you ever been convicted of 2 or more Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges?

• Yes

• No

10

BACKGROUND: Have you ever had a warrant issued for your arrest? (Check the most recent.)

• Currently

• Not currently, but within the last 5 years

• Not currently, but more than 5 years ago

• Never

11

BACKGROUND: I acknowledge that LVMPD does not allow the use of THC/marijuana products, and any use of those products after the date of this application could be a disqualifier for employment.

• Yes

• No

12

BACKGROUND: When was the last time you used any of the following substances: Cocaine, Ecstasy (aka MDMA, mollies), Opiates without a prescription (heroin, opium, morphine, etc.), Meth, Inhalants (glue, paint, gasoline, nitrous oxide/whippets, etc.), Bath salts, Non prescription steroids, and/or Spice?

• Never

• Within the last year

• Between 1 and 2 years ago

• Between 2 and 3 years ago

• Between 3 and 5 years ago

• Greater than 5 years ago

13

BACKGROUND: Are you currently behind on child support?

• Yes

• No

• I am not legally obligated to pay child support.

14

BACKGROUND: How many at-fault accidents or moving violations have you been cited for in the past 3 years?

• 0 - 1
• 2 - 3
• 4 - 5
• 6 or more

15

PERSONAL APPEARANCE: If you possess gauged earlobes or any body piercings (excluding earlobe earrings) on any of the following places: head, upper neck, hand, fingers or anywhere else that cannot be covered by the appropriate dress required for this position, do you agree to have them removed and/or corrected prior to your background interview?

• I agree to have them removed and corrected.
• I do NOT agree to have them removed and corrected.
• I do not have gauges or body piercings.

16

DEPARTMENT STATUS: Are you a current LVMPD employee, either full-time or part-time?

• Yes

• No

17

DEPARTMENT STATUS: (If not a current employee, please answer "N/A") If you are a current LVMPD employee, are you aware you will be subject to a full background investigation? This investigation may include a polygraph and psychological evaluation. In the event it is determined that you are or have been untruthful (in this background investigation or any previous background investigation) or have otherwise been found to have engaged in other misconduct, you may be subject to discipline up to termination (If not a current employee, please answer "N/A")?

• Yes

• No

• N/A

18

CONDITIONS (OPEN COMPETITIVE): I hereby acknowledge the condition(s) of employment for this position as stated in this job posting, as well as the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and General Conditions of Employment available on this site, and if selected, I will accept the position offer subject to these condition(s). I also understand I will be disqualified from the selection process for violating any of these conditions.

• Yes

• No

19

Cheating includes, but is not limited to, receiving or providing answers or test questions to another candidate/employee, sharing confidential information regarding a testing process or elements of a test, and/or falsifying or omitting information on an application or any element used for evaluation for employment/promotion. Do you understand that if you are discovered cheating during this process, you will be disqualified from this and any other employment opportunities with the LVMPD, and that if you are a current employee of the LVMPD, you will be terminated?

• Yes, I understand

• No, I do not understand

20

ATTESTATION: I attest that the information contained in these Supplemental Questions is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any inaccurate information will be grounds for immediate disqualification from the selection process.

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

Address 400 S. Martin Luther King Blvd, Bldg B

Las Vegas, Nevada, 89106

Phone (702) 828-3966

Website http://www.lvmpd.com