QMHP-CS TCOOMMI/Jail Diversion COC

About the Role

Provides a higher level of mental health services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness involved in the criminal justice system. The services aim to stabilize mental health symptoms, reduce recidivism risk, increase community and natural support participation, develop self-advocacy skills, extend community tenure, and assist clients in gaining the ability to participate in independent mental health care. Ensures services align with TCOOMMI Program Guidelines and processes for ICM.

Delivers person-directed services to help clients navigate access to medical, social, vocational, financial, educational, and other individualized services. Offers person-directed skills training and psychosocial rehabilitation to develop coping and other skills needed for success in home and community settings.

Requires initiative and independent judgment to provide interventions in community, home, and school settings. Responsible for initiating and collaboratively completing uniform assessments, organizing and documenting service plans to meet individual needs. Must troubleshoot and organize support, interventions, and services to achieve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services to stabilize symptoms and reduce recidivism risk.
• Assist clients in navigating access to medical, social, vocational, financial, and educational services.
• Deliver skills training and psychosocial rehabilitation to develop coping and life skills.
• Initiate and complete uniform assessments collaboratively.
• Organize and document service plans to meet individual needs.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate support, interventions, and services to achieve outcomes.
• Work independently and collaboratively, communicating effectively with supervisory staff.
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation, time management, and organizational skills.
• Manage clinic flow efficiently and adhere to crisis procedures.
• Assist with crisis and other coverage areas as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field from a four-year college or university.
• At least two years of related experience and/or training in mental health (preferred).
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Skills

• Knowledge and experience in case management, skills training, and symptom management for individuals with mental illness.
• Ability to assess individual needs, coordinate services, and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of the social services system and ability to connect individuals with appropriate services.
• Clear and professional writing skills.
• Ability to think logically and handle potentially dangerous or emotional situations.