Mental Health Consultant, Tuesday to Thursday 7:30am-4:00pm, full-time onsite

Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you.

(San Jose) Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core 

Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment.

Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life.

You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday 7:30am-4:00pm, 24 hours a week

Job Summary: The Center Mental Health Consultant (CMHC) is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the Mental Health Program to include staff development, mental health counseling of students, according to the Job Corps Federal Regulations and the (PRH) Policy and Requirements Handbook. The Job Corps Mental Health and Wellness Program is coordinated by a licensed mental health professional responsible for overall direction of the program and assumes responsibility for the quality of care rendered. The general emphasis of the Mental Health and Wellness Program is on the early identification and diagnosis of mental health problems; basic mental health care; and mental health promotion, prevention, and education designed to help students overcome barriers to employability. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and abides by the Company Core Values and the operating principles.
• Creates and sustains positive working relationships with co-workers. 
• Provides professional customer service to staff and students. 
• Active in Center/Company Leadership program.
• Stays current on Job Corps policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all PRH and CSD policies and procedures, as well as the Center’s Operating Procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of all student records and maintains HIPPA compliance.
• Securely safeguards all records within the scope of the Center’s protocols and procedures. 
• Documents all procedures, counseling, and education provided to students accurately and timely.
• Documents and submits forms and correspondence to local, state, and federal agencies to meet all requirements of the program. 
• Educates students about Health Services
• Facilitates staff training on topics related to adolescent growth and development.
• Follows infection control procedures.
• Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Adheres to the departmental budget.
• Available to HWM by phone for consultation.
• Participates in the Center’s applicant file review team to review and assess the applicant’s mental health, behavior and educational information e.g. IEP, 504 plan. This includes helping gather additional information from medical providers, schools or applicants to complete a clinical interview.
• Participates in the Disability Accommodation Committee.
• Submits recommendations to the Center Director for medical separations related to mental health in conjunction with the Center Physician and Health and Wellness Manager. 
• Provides documentation and referrals of students who are recommended for separation from the program due to mental health reasons.
• Approves and signs MH Health Care Guidelines that include Treatment Guidelines for Health Staff and Symptomatic Management Guidelines for Non-Health Staff.
• Advises the Center Director and Health Services staff of all mental health matters.
• Conducts monthly medication reviews for students on long-term prescribed psychotropic medications with the Health and Wellness Manager (HWM) (or designee who is authorized under his/her state license to administer drugs). Medication rationale and review includes student adherence, side effects, and whether or not the medication is leading to the desired effect.
• Provides mental health assessments for students to examine mood, behavior, thinking, reasoning, and other areas related to emotional wellness.
• Provides Short-term therapy with mental health checks as needed. The focus of these sessions to be on retention and behaviors that represent employability barriers.
• Develops constructive programs for meeting students’ mental health issues and working with the Center disciplinary, maximum benefits, inter-group relations and the TEAP prevention programs.
• Conduct a mental health evaluation in the event of a mental health emergency and refer the student for psychiatric care.
• Prescribe, dispense, or administer prescribed medications according to state and Federal laws.
• The CMHC may make referrals to off-center mental health professionals or agencies for ongoing treatment and/or specialized services.
• The CMHC must provide a written referral/feedback system and document in the Student Health Record.
• Facilitates student education/training on topics related to mental health.
• Attends monthly CD/Provider meetings.
• Works with H&W staff to provide chronic care management for students struggling with chronic mental health symptoms or conditions. 
• Collaborates with TEAP Specialist regarding support and intervention needs of students with co-occurring conditions of mental health and substance use.
• Collaborates with counseling staff in developing and/or leading psycho-educational skill-building groups to promote wellness (e.g., relaxation training, anger management, mood regulation, assertiveness skills, handling relationships, sleep hygiene, etc.).
• Participates in regular case management meetings between counselors and other appropriate staff with a need to know based on individual student needs.
• Supports the Wellness Committee and activities.
• Supports the SART committee and activities.
• Supports Healthy Eating Active Lifestyles (HEALS) committee and activities.
•  Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Attends required staff training sessions.

Qualifications:

Minimum : Active, unrestricted license to practice as an independent practitioner in state where center is located and does not require supervision to practice. Clinical/Counseling Psychologist or Clinical Social Worker. Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed independent practitioner providing assessment and treatment services to adolescents and young adults. 

Preferred : Minimum plus Job Corps experience.

Knowledge : Knowledge of mental health issues of disadvantaged youth. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to relate to disadvantaged young adults (16-24 years old) and develop a rapport with students and staff. Ability to make sound decisions. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures in Government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, etc. Ability to effectively present information and to respond to questions from management, government representatives and students. Strong assessment skills. Flexible work schedule.

Physical Requirements:

Frequently

Sitting

Seeing

Hearing

Speaking

Occasionally

Standing

Walking

Bending

Stooping

Squatting

Flexibility

Seldom

Climbing

Lifting 50 pounds

Carrying

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Running

Driving

Environmental Demands:

Equipment: Ability to operate office equipment 

Work Alone: Occasionally works alone

Work With Others: 85% of time spent working and interacting with team and other departments

Reading: Ability to read at a college level

Writing: Ability to write at a college level 

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Compensation details: 83.86-83.86 Hourly Wage

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