Mental Health Coordinator

Mental Health Coordinator

The Mental Health Coordinator (MHC) plans, organizes and supervises a program or team, which includes direct member care, indirect member care and/or administrative coordination and support of behavioral health and related activities. This classification may also include providing clinical supervision based upon the licensure of the incumbents and their subordinates. Incumbents receive direction from a Manager or a higher-level department administrator. Incumbents typically supervise professional, para-professional and support staff; and are responsible for guiding, advising, consulting, and coordinating work in a specific program area. Although specific duties may vary depending on the job location, the focus of duties is on the coordination and supervision of a program and/or staff; incumbents are expected, however, to have member or professional expertise in a behavioral health field. Positions in this classification are typically located in behavioral health or substance use disorder sites.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) full-time vacancy within the following program at Stanislaus County's Behavioral Health and Recovery Services department: Children's System of Care - Children's Early Intervention team. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill future Full-Time, Part-Time and Extra Help Mental Health Coordinator positions throughout Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services departments other divisions. This includes but is not limited to: Adult Behavioral Health Services Team; Children's Intensive Community Supports; Access, Crisis and Support Line.

All Mental Health Coordinators must be licensed within one year from the effective date of being hired as a Mental Health Coordinator.

Typical Tasks

• Using leadership skills; plan, organize and supervise the work of staff in a program or clinic;
• Discuss or interpret departmental rules and programs to staff and the public;
• Assist and participate in the development of in-service staff development programs;
• Work with other supervisors in coordinating the activities of professional and technical staff;
• Represent the agency and resolve issues in a multidisciplinary team;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures;
• Apply principles of employee discipline when appropriate;
• Direct research studies and prepare reports;
• Represent the department at conferences and public meetings;
• Assist in the development of community resources for programs;
• Receive and prepare correspondence;
• Evaluate the performance of personnel and take or recommend appropriate courses of action;
• Support program compliance with BHRS, State, & Federal reviews and corrective actions by reviewing, monitoring, tracking, etc;
• Support Quality Services program with BHRS, State, & Federal standards and requirement;
• Be capable to communicate with various BHRS departments and other agencies;
• Engage in compliant and ethical behavior in accordance with County and BHRS policy;
• Implement systematic changes regarding Electronic Health Record (EHR) system;
• Act as a department representative on community committees;
• Support the communication between upper management and direct service staff and the implementation of department needs at the program level;
• Monitor clerical operations and compliance of timeframes;
• Communicate with fiscal staff, monitor budgets and distribute wrap around funds;
• Monitor that member's needs are being met and productivity is maintained by staff;
• Engage in efforts to reduce stigma in individuals and community;
• Promote team building and good morale;
• Coordinate the operations of the facility and maintain a safe work environment;
• Provide effective clinical and behavioral interventions;
• Adhere to documentation policy in accordance with State and Federal guidelines;
• Implement and monitor the Core Treatment Model and Results Based Accountability outcomes;
• Provide input into annual training plan and reports;
• Develop curriculum and provides specific training;
• Use multiple sources of data, reports and outcomes to help manage team;
• Advocate for staff when necessary; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles, methods and resources in the field of public health, mental health, education, correction and rehabilitation;
• Techniques of staff supervision, evaluating, training, and casework consultation to staff;
• Principles of community organization;
• Resources available in the community for referral or utilization in social service programs;
• Peer/consumer value in the work place;
• Mental Health Services Act essential elements and Four Transformational Elements;
• Client driven strength-based culturally competent treatment; and
• Multi-cultural skills, knowledge and experience.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Apply the recovery principles of behavioral health practice;
• Plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate staff;
• Strong personal and professional ethics;
• Apply effective interpersonal skills;
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with community groups and resource agencies;
• Present oral and written reports concisely and clearly;
• Analyze a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
• Assess safety and risk factors;
• Demonstrate a commitment to the safety, permanency and well-being of children, vulnerable adults, and families;
• Train and mentor staff in strength-based practice;
• Evaluate staff and recommend disciplinary action when appropriate;
• Maintain professional and ethical boundaries;
• Perform in accordance with the ethical guidelines of the social work profession;
• Work as a positive team member and to define roles; and
• Use effective and assertive communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Minimum Qualifications - How do I bring value to the organization.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited graduate program with receipt of a Master's Degree and within one (1) year of the date of hire in the State of California obtain a License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT); AND
• Meet qualifications to participate in a Short-Doyle program; AND
• Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to the Stanislaus County Mental Health Clinician I or II classification.

Proof of education (degree or transcripts) will be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call View phone number on click.appcast.io to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing deadline will result in disqualification.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

GENERAL INFORMATION CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Technical Services Bargaining Unit for labor relations purposes.