Behavioral Health Specialist I

Behavioral Health Specialist I

Under the administrative supervision of the Program Director or designee, this at-will direct service position is responsible for providing psychosocial, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services for Turning Point members. This position also involves advocating for members in all areas of treatment and helping them apply for and receive services. Additional support in the areas of medication management, resource connection (e.g., housing resources, AOD, PCP, OP, etc.), counseling, and advocacy will be provided as needed. Involves providing after-hours, "on-call" coverage on a rotational basis based on program needs.

In the absence of the Program Director or designee, provides leadership and direction for clients as assigned. Advocates for clients in all areas of treatment and helps them apply for and receive services; empowers clients in meeting their goals. Advocates for and assists clients and their families in accessing and receiving mental health treatment, medical care, housing, food, and clothing as indicated. Supports individual service plans for each client. Maintains all client records and completes required documentation and data entry according to program standards, including progress notes, activity reports, and logs, etc. Meets regularly with clients at Turning Point sites or in the field, at job sites, homes, board and care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and other appropriate sites. Consults with or meets regularly with the client's family, care provider, or other significant persons with the client's consent. Coaches clients in developing age-appropriate social skills, money management, personal hygiene, and job readiness. Assists in establishing the client's eligibility for Medi-Cal or other benefits and advocates for continuation of benefits when appropriate. Develops financial management plans for clients who receive Representative Payee Services and authorizes appropriate expenditures. Interacts productively within the team to provide holistic case management services to an identified group of clients. Provides "on-the-spot" counseling that is both helpful to the clients and consistent with the philosophy of the program. Drives on program business using personal vehicle for medication outreach, home visits, transporting clients to appointments/activities, community/county meetings/trainings, and MH court. Attends to the safety, health, and well-being of clients. Completes paperwork as assigned promptly.

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is through graduation from a four (4) year university or college with a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field, and two 2 years of varied experience in Mental Health Services. 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. Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience or, Master's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience.

Schedules Available: Sunday - Thursday. 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM or Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM. or Tuesday to Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Compensation: $24.00 - $25.47 an hour.