The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for a Psychological Assistant in Reno, Nevada. This recruitment will be used to underfill positions within the Licensed Psychologist series. Advancement to the next level may occur after meeting the minimum qualifications, satisfactory performance, and with endorsement of the appointing authority. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program(s): Sierra Regional Center, Nevada Early Intervention Services, and Rural Regional Center. The Psychological Assistant must have completed a doctoral program and register with Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners. An applicant who is currently licensed in another state will be expected to obtain licensure in Nevada. This position in Developmental Services provides support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including Autism, Seizure Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Many of the individuals served also present with co-occurring mental health diagnoses. Key responsibilities include conducting psychological evaluations, providing consultation and counseling, delivering behavioral support, facilitating individual, family, and group therapies, managing crises and providing interventions/recommendations. All work is guided by the principles of Person-Centered Planning and Positive Behavior Support, in alignment with the agency’s mission. The incumbent will collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team of psychologists and clinicians dedicated to supporting community-based services. ADSD fosters a positive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and collaboration. The mission of ADSD is to empower individuals and their support systems by providing resources for disabilities and aging – connecting Nevadans to services and improving their quality of life.

Licensed Psychologists provide psychological testing, evaluation, psychotherapy, counseling, and consultation to clients or inmates in residential, inpatient and outpatient settings, at a mental health, intellectual disabilities, or correctional facility, or in other settings where psychological services are provided.   Professional duties are performed in accordance with license requirements of the State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners.

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for a Licensed Psychologist 1 in Reno, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program(s): Sierra Regional Center, Nevada Early Intervention Services, and Rural Regional Center. The Licensed Psychologist I position in Developmental Services provides support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including Autism, Seizure Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Many of the individuals served also present with co-occurring mental health diagnoses. Key responsibilities include conducting psychological evaluations, providing consultation and counseling, delivering behavioral support, facilitating individual, family, and group therapies, managing crises and providing interventions/recommendations. All work is guided by the principles of Person-Centered Planning and Positive Behavior Support, in alignment with the agency’s mission. The Psychologist I will collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team of psychologists and clinicians dedicated to supporting community-based services. ADSD fosters a positive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and collaboration. The mission of ADSD is to empower individuals and their support systems by providing resources for disabilities and aging – connecting Nevadans to services and improving their quality of life.

Licensed Psychologists provide psychological testing, evaluation, psychotherapy, counseling, and consultation to clients or inmates in residential, inpatient and outpatient settings, at a mental health, intellectual disabilities, or correctional facility, or in other settings where psychological services are provided.   Professional duties are performed in accordance with license requirements of the State of Nevada Board of Psychological Examiners.

The Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Substance Abuse Counselor 3 (SAC3) in Indian Springs. The Substance Abuse Counselor provides direct supervision over the Substance Use Disorder Program at Southern Desert Correctional Center TRUST, supervising up to eight clinical staff. SAC3 takes lead on training staff, completing fidelity audits, and growing the program in accordance with research. SAC3 will also engage in direct clinical work be it completing screenings, intakes, assessments or facilitation of group therapy as well as individual counseling.

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors.

The Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Substance Abuse Counselor 2 in Indian Springs. The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide direct clinical work for adults who are incarcerated. Services include but not limited to intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities.

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors.

The Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Substance Abuse Counselor 1 (underfill for the Substance Abuse Counselor 2) in Indian Springs. Progression to Substance Abuse Counselor 2 may only occur upon meeting minimum qualifications and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. The Substance Abuse Counselor will provide direct clinical work for adults who are incarcerated. Services include but not limited to intakes/assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitation, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities.

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors.

SUGI Psychiatry & Wellness is urgently seeking licensed and intern therapists to join our growing team. We are hiring LCSW, LMFT, CPC, LADC, and counseling interns for 1099 contractor positions with flexible scheduling options. Positions are available full-time or part-time, with opportunities for in-person and remote work providing outpatient therapy, including IOP groups.

STEP2 is a local nonprofit substance use disorder treatment organization dedicated to serving women and families in the Reno community. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Primary Counselor to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical team. In this full-time salaried role, the Primary Counselor will provide a broad scope of addiction counseling services to include individual and group counseling, assessments and treatment recommendations, treatment planning, and discharge planning, all guided by ASAM Criteria and DSM-5 standards and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. The ideal candidate holds an LADC/CADC (preferred) or CADC, Intern credential with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution and brings at least two years of counseling experience or work in a related field. If you are driven by a belief in human potential and the transformative power of recovery, we invite you to be part of the STEP2 mission.

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking an Assistant Director, Training to support Counseling Services’ multidisciplinary clinical training program. Reporting to the Director of Training, this position coordinates and delivers training for pre-master’s, post-master’s, pre-doctoral, and post-doctoral trainees, with a primary focus on social work training. Responsibilities include recruitment and selection of trainees; clinical supervision, training, and evaluation; and coordination of training activities and related administrative duties. In addition, the position provides direct clinical services, including individual and group psychotherapy, consultation, crisis response, and campus outreach.

As a Peer Support Specialist at NovumHealth, your primary purpose is to provide guidance, empathy, and support to individuals receiving mental health services. Drawing from your own lived experience with mental health challenges, you will play a vital role in helping clients navigate their recovery journey, promoting self-advocacy, and fostering a sense of hope and resilience.

If interested, please send resume to abarroga@novumhealth.com.

Substance Abuse Counselor 2 will provide direct clinical work for adults incarcerated at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City. Responsibilities for this role may include intake assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitations, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities.

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors.

The Substance Abuse Counselor 1 (underfill for the Substance Abuse Counselor 2) will provide direct clinical work for adults incarcerated at the Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City. Responsibilities for this role may include intake assessments, development of individualized treatment plans, group facilitations, individual counseling, and oversight of therapeutic community activities.

Substance Abuse Counselors perform professional duties in areas of screening, assessment, case management, education, and treatment of clients and perform related administrative duties and recordkeeping in accordance with the standards and requirements of the Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Counselors.

Applicants must currently be attending the University of Nevada, Reno, or have recently graduated. The applicant must have the goal of becoming a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. The applicant will currently be licensed with the Board of Examiners for Alcohol and Drug Counselors as an Intern or be actively seeking such credentials. This intern experience may be an opportunity for an applicant with teaching skills to gain entry into the newly revised 12-Hour Nevada DUI School as an Instructor. Substantial changes were made in February 2024, to the Nevada Revised Statutes as to who may instruct a DUI School class, what credentials are required and the required use of an Evidence Based curriculum.

Send a resume and cover letter to Mickey@AdvancedDUI.com

Lyon County Human Services is seeking a Licensed Clinician for a Contracted/1099 position with the Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST).
This role offers the opportunity to provide meaningful, community-based crisis support and help individuals and families access timely behavioral health care.

This full time role of Forensic Peer Program Coordinator is a hybrid position based in Reno, NV, with some work from home acceptable. The Forensic Peer Program Coordinator will work with the team to,

• Maintain and establish relationships with partnering agencies.
• Develop and implement deflection and diversion peer programs across Washoe County for ages 12-17, 18-25, and 25+
• Engage with individuals who have mental health challenges and are involved in the adult and juvenile criminal justice system.
• Provide peer support, guidance, and advocacy, facilitate support groups and 1:1 peer support both in-person and virtually,
• Assist clients with developing coping strategies and accessing community resources. Additionally, the specialist will collaborate with law enforcement, legal professionals, and mental health service providers to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
• Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly reporting for federal grant requirements and internal CMIS client logs
• Work with Dropbox, Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace
• Access to company peer phone line (as applicable)
• Some driving required to join weekly team meetings (in-person), community outreach events, specialty court appearances, and WCSO weekly program offerings.

The primary purpose of this position is: to provide preventive, remedial, and support services aimed at improving and sustaining the psychological health of National Guard (NG) military members and their families. The incumbent exercises technical oversight, plans, coordinates, monitors and provides access to a full range of professional services for the eligible populations served. Duties focus on outreach, education and prevention, needs-based and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, short-term problem resolution, and provision of or referral to evidence-based interventions. Responsibilities include providing primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention programs, specialty training for health care professionals and other personnel on issues related to the psychological health of Guardsmen and their families, and multi-level community organization, collaboration, and enhancement.