Mental Health and Wellness Program Manager

City of Henderson
Henderson, Nevada
Full Time

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*This is an open and continuous recruitment which will close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly-qualified candidates has been created. Assessments will occur on an ongoing basis.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Mental Health and Wellness Program Manager in the City's Department of Emergency Management. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under limited supervision, provides support, assistance, information, marketing, training, education, and counseling to assist City of Henderson employees in coping with mental health wellness-related concerns and stress management; and performs related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this role is a highly-skilled professional with extensive experience in mental health. They also have experience in leading a team, program management, and working with first responders or military services. They possess a deep understanding of crisis intervention, behavioral health support, and strategies to proactively help first responders and city employees overall wellness. They are adept at assessing risk, de-escalating crises, and developing proactive approaches to address mental health needs within the public safety and government sector.

Note: This position supports all employees at the City of Henderson including the Fire and Police Departments which operate on a 24-hour/7-day per week schedule. This position will be required to respond to urgent situations at night, on weekends, and on holidays.

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The first review of applications will take place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive Salary Range of $88,496.94 - $134,938.14 annually; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity*
Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period**
Additional Base Wage Increase and/or Lump Sum Bonus**
*Click here to View the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy
**Contingent upon the Citys financial performance and subject to available funding as determined by the City
Work-Life Balance
- Four (4)-Day, 38 hour workweek (Monday to Thursday)
Paid Leave and Holidays
- Leave and Holidays Policy
- Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
- Retirement Benefits
  - Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
  - Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
  - Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
    - Deferred Compensation Matching Program Available - employee contributions will be matched on a per-pay-period basis until the employee reaches their respective deferred compensation match limit
- Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, SSgA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
- ***Click here to review all City Employee Benefits

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Masters Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, psychology, social work, sociology, human services, or a closely related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in mental health counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse counseling, public safety, or a closely related field; two (2) years of which must have been at the supervisory level
Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six (6) months of hire/transfer and be recertified every year. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment
Must obtain and maintain a certificate in individual and group Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) within six (6) months of hire and as a condition of continued employment
Desirable: Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) or Substance Abuse Counselor in the State of Nevada
Desirable: An appropriate license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Desirable: Certification for treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI), or Mindfulness/Wellness Therapies
All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents expense

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Resume*

*Please attach the applicable documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Additional assessments may take place as needed until the position is filled.

The first review of applications will take place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

Oral Board Interview with Written/Performance Component (Weighted 100%) - First Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
(Best-Qualified Candidates) - Additional dates to be determined

Selection Interview - First Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
(Best-Qualified Candidates) - Additional dates to be determined

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above and to be determined as needed. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualifie d candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

Job ID: 484483152

Originally Posted on: 7/9/2025

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