Per Diem Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS)

Responsible for providing various case management, advocacy, outreach, home visitation, and eventplanning activities for children and families in accordance with their specific needs.DUTIESSUMMARYResponsible for providing various case management, advocacy, outreach, home visitation, and event planning activities for children and families in accordance with their specific needs.ESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Plans and prepares age-appropriate, structured, therapeutic, individual and group activities for children within the therapeutic milieu.Schedules and implements the daily program, including small and large group activities, meals/snack time, behavior management strategies, and transportation (if applicable).Implements children’s individualized treatment plans in collaboration with mental health staff.Manages the behavior of children through the use of approved behavioral management interventions; ensures compliance children’s needs and service plans; documents incidents, intervention and outcome.Establishes a climate of acceptance that supports and respects gender, each child’s individual personality, physical characteristics and traits, culture, language and ethnic characteristics, family structure and developmental needs and behaviors.Closely supervises children at all times to ensure their safety and prevent accidents.Ensures facilities and equipment are maintained in a clean and safe condition and comply with funding and licensing regulations; ensures supplies are adequate and stored properly, and requisitions more as needed.Maintains all required records and files; utilizes EHRS software to document client contact and interactions; submits all reports, including incidents, as scheduled.Communicates regularly with parents; participates in parent conferences; models developmental and therapeutic interactions and communications to help parents manage their child.Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary group to develop and implement the individualized treatment plan including active participation in clinical and staff meetings, conferences, consultations; shares client information and observations; coordinate needs of clients; and make a positive contribution to the group.Ensures professional growth by participating in self-assessment and annual performance review, continuing education, attending trainings, workshops and events within and outside of the agency, asking for feedback on work performance, reading professional literature, and professional memberships.ADDITIONAL DUTIESOther duties and special projects as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE2 years of Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related experience.Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related field required.OTHER QUALIFICATIONSPossesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance.This position may require some travel.Spanish/ English bilingual preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to handle confidential information.Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilitiesSensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.Punctual and dependable attendance.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSNone requiredCOMPUTER SKILLSMust have intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environmentDatabase softwareProficient in Electronic Health Records SystemVISION REQUIREMENTSNo special vision requirements.NOISE LEVELModerate noiseREQUIRED TRAININGNew Hire OrientationMandated ReporterAB1825: Harassment Prevention trainingTimekeeping & AttendanceCOMPENSATION:$26.75 USD - $32.10 USDIn accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position.BENEFITS:Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New YearExcellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employeesUp to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar yearEligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programFlexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)Employer paid Life and AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Supplemental InsuranceOpportunity for growth & advancementProfessional development & continued trainingTeam building & bonding through company sponsored events & activitiesCONTINGENCIES:Influenza immunization or declinationCOVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizationsEducation verificationReference checkBackground fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social ServicesDrug and alcohol screeningTuberculosis screening #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Institute, Inc.