Criminal Justice Mental Health Specialist/Case Manager - Bilingual Preferred

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children's Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

This job will expire after 10 days.

JOB SUMMARY

The Criminal Justice Mental Health Specialist/Case Manager IV reports to the Supervising Personal Service Coordinator and works as a part of a treatment team in achieving the goals and objectives of the program to ensure quality of care for client participants.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Under the supervision of the Supervising Personal Service Coordinator, assist in the accomplishment of the case management plan with clients by screening, evaluating, identifying, and implementing specific case management activities as identified in the Individual Service and Support Plan (ISSP) to support clients in achieving their goals.
2. Maintain appropriate case recording documentation as per the Rehab option Medi-Cal guidelines, case recording, and other contract guidelines.
3. Attend weekly supervision meetings with the Personal Service Coordinator Supervisor.
4. Provide direct services, including case management, to clients. Such services may include group counseling, individual, and or other forms of direct service as outlined in the Individual Service and Support Plan (ISSP) and Plan of Care.
5. Maintain and submit all documentation and billing as it relates to client services in a timely fashion.
6. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate services for Severely Mental Ill (SMI) clients.
7. Screen and evaluate potential clients for the identification of case management, rehabilitation, residential, and other services and activities.
8. Provide individual and group guidance to clients.
9. Provide classroom educational instruction or training plans with clients.
10. Develop and maintain outside supportive referral services for clients.
11. Communicate closely, in a systematic fashion, with agencies and significant others involved in the rehabilitation of clients.
12. Complete the minimum 40 hours training annually per Turning Point training requirements.
13. Provide the Supervising Personal Service Coordinator with timely reports on any unusual occurrences that might impact the overall program operation or the health and safety of clients or employees.
14. Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
15. Will drive on company business and transport consumers as needed.
16. Physical presence in the office is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited or regionally approved college or university in the area of social work, psychology, vocational rehabilitation, criminal justice, or a related field that is directly related to the specific responsibilities of the job.
2. Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and one (1) year work experience (6 months' experience with Behavioral Health Court).
3. Knowledge of best practices regarding the treatment of clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Dual-Diagnosis individuals.
4. Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken Spanish preferred.
6. Work effectively with diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socioeconomic, and professional groups of people.
7. Current certified training in emergency first aid procedures preferred.
8. Ability to operate within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, Avatar EMR.
9. Must be available to work all shifts as scheduled.
10. Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
11. Possess a valid driver's license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required.
12. Ability to pass a criminal background check.
13. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and TB test.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Pay Range:
  
  
  
  • Monolingual: Class 130 ($21.13 - $27.81/hour)
  • Bilingual: Class135 ($22.21 - $29.23/hour)
  
  
  
  
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund and many other voluntary benefits
• Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Regular work schedule (Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm)

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.