Behavioral Health Specialist I -ECM

About the Role

Under the administrative supervision of the Program Director or designee, this at-will direct service position provides psychosocial, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services for Turning Point members. The role involves advocating for members in all areas of treatment, helping them apply for and receive services, and providing additional support in medication management, resource connection (e.g., housing resources, AOD, PCP, OP), counseling, and advocacy. This position also includes providing after-hours, “on-call” coverage on a rotational basis based on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for clients as assigned in the absence of the Program Director or designee.
• Advocate for clients in all areas of treatment and help them apply for and receive services; empower clients in meeting their goals.
• Assist clients and their families in accessing and receiving mental health treatment, medical care, housing, food, and clothing as indicated.
• Support individual service plans for each client.
• Maintain all client records and complete required documentation and data entry according to program standards, including progress notes, activity reports, and logs.
• Meet regularly with clients at Turning Point sites or in the field, including job sites, homes, board and care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and other appropriate sites.
• Consult with or meet regularly with the client’s family, care provider, or other significant persons with the client’s consent.
• Coach clients in developing age-appropriate social skills, money management, personal hygiene, and job readiness.
• Assist in establishing client’s eligibility for Medi-Cal or other benefits and advocate for continuation of benefits when appropriate.
• Develop financial management plans for clients who receive Representative Payee Services and authorize appropriate expenditures.
• Interact productively within the team to provide holistic case management services to an identified group of clients.
• Provide “on-the-spot” counseling that aligns with the program’s philosophy.
• Drive on program business using a personal vehicle for medication outreach, home visits, transporting clients to appointments/activities, community/county meetings/trainings, and mental health court.
• Attend to the safety, health, and wellbeing of clients.
• Complete paperwork as assigned in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or an accredited GED program and four (4) years of varied experience as a provider of direct mental health services. Relevant higher education may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.
• Preferred: Graduation from a four-year university or college with a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field, and four (4) years of varied experience as a provider of direct mental health services or meeting other Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist qualifications.
• Valid California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance/registration.
• Reliable means of transportation capable of passing a vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old (excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport, including bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Pay

$24 - $25.98 per hour