Mental Health Coordinator

ABOUT THE POSITION

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

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

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

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.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Pass County‑paid pre‑employment job‑related background investigation. Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others. Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required. Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanislaus-County-