Relief Case Manager

About the role

Bonita House, Inc. (BHI) is a nonprofit mental health agency with multiple sites in Alameda County and an operating budget of $14.5 million. Founded in 1971, BHI provides social rehabilitation including a full range of Medi-Cal services to adults with co-occurring serious mental health and substance use disorders. Our Mission: To empower people living with mental health and co-occurring substance use challenges to achieve recovery, self-sufficiency, and deeply connected, meaningful lives within their communities. Our Values: Compassion: Committed to caring, dignity and kindness. Respect: Honor each individual and provide highly ethical services. Progress: Leading the way in creating opportunities to change for the better. Resilience: Channeling hope, building strengths to successfully recover, adapt and grow. Embracing Differences: Honor and celebrate our diverse communities and individual uniqueness.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' mental health needs, strengths, and goals.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans in collaboration with clients, incorporating person-centered approaches and evidence-based practices.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address mental health symptoms, coping skills, and life skills development.
• Implement behavioral interventions and therapeutic techniques to support clients in achieving their recovery goals.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure effectiveness.
• Cookordinate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and community partners, to ensure holistic care delivery.
• Facilitate psychoeducational workshops on topics such as stress management, conflict resolution, and relapse prevention.
• Advocate for clients' rights and access to resources within the community, including housing, employment, and healthcare services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions to enhance professional development and program effectiveness.
• Ensure safety and establish and follow rules for overnight safety and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have experience in meeting ONE of the following categories: AA degree and six years of experience in a mental health setting, BA degree and four years of experience in a mental health setting, A certification in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Studies (CATC, CADC, or CODC), Masters plus 2 years of experience in a mental health setting.
• Must have experience working with adults with the serious mental health symptoms and co-occurring disorders.
• Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by California Code, Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC5405, federal contractor requirements and/or agency practices.
• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment physical and TB clearance as required by state community care licensing standards.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are essential job requirements.
• Local travel as required to fulfill primary job responsibilities and duties.
• Passion for the BHI mission.