Behavioral Health Associate I

Behavioral Health Associate I

Under the general supervision of the Program Director or their designee, this at-will direct service position is responsible for assisting members in achieving their expressed goals while living in the community. The position is also responsible for advocating for members in all areas of treatment and assisting them in applying for and receiving services. Additional support in areas of medication management, housing, vocation, counseling, and advocacy will be provided as needed. Involves providing after-hours, "on-call" coverage on a rotational basis based on program needs.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting assigned members in identifying and progressing toward achievement of member-chosen goals.
• Empowering members in meeting their goals; providing vocational support.
• Assisting staff and members in the development and implementation of activities, programming, and groups.
• Facilitating communication and cooperation among agencies.
• Participating in client medication outreach; coordinating communication between doctor, client, and pharmacy.
• Educating the community and other agencies.
• Driving personal and/or agency vehicle on agency business, including transportation of members to and from appointments and activities, as well as field visits/medication outreach.
• Providing prompt intervention in the event of a crisis, both to stop the crisis and to notify when indicated, persons and agencies necessary for the resolution of the crisis; providing "on-the-spot" support that is both helpful to the members and consistent with the philosophy of the program.
• Carrying a caseload of clients depending on the acuity of clients, program/contract requirements, and referrals on record; varies from program to program and contract to contract.
• Maintaining all client records and completing required documentation and data entry according to program standards, including progress notes, activity reports, and logs etc.
• Assisting clients with accessing and maintaining appropriate housing.
• Attending to the safety, health, and well-being of members.
• Being personally responsible and held accountable for work hours and time management as coordinated with the Program Director or designee.

Qualifications: Minimum: A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is through graduation from high school or an accredited GED program and working less two (2) years full-time equivalent experience providing direct mental health services. Lived experience is a plus. Optimum: Preferred qualifications involve working at least two (2) but less than four (4) years of full-time equivalent experience providing direct mental health services.

Licenses, certificates, and special requirements: California driver's license & current vehicle insurance/registration. Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old, excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport, inclusive of bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles.

Schedule: On-call hours: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (6 - 15 hours a week, days vary, part time).