What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Counselor II - CVYFC position at SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC?
Job Details
Level: Experienced
Job Location: L4 - Van Nuys, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Salary Range: $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 Salary/year
Job Shift: 1st Shift
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
ID#35100A - The Mental Health Counselor provides a range of services as a part of the treatment team. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Mental Health Counselor provides Individual and Group Rehabilitation Services, assists with linkage to community resources, conducts case management needs assessments, and provides interpretation and translation as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide Individual and Group Rehabilitation Services to clients in collaboration with the primary therapist, including, but not limited to, training in social skills, independent living skills, and pre-vocational skills. Services to be provided in the clinic and in the field (including home, school, and other community settings).
Link families with community resources and act as liaison with community providers of services, (i.e, DCFS, schools, probation, etc.).
Conduct Case Management Needs Assessments during the initial intake process.
Maintain required minimum productivity requirements consistently.
Complete all documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and by required deadlines in compliance with all DMH and Center requirements.
Provide interpretation and translation services. Assist in overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers and in obtaining culturally appropriate services.
Attend Staff Meetings weekly and come prepared to regular Supervision/Consultation meetings with Program Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum three (3) years’ professional experience with special needs children or youth is preferred.
Must pass Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
Bilingual, Spanish-speaking, and accurate interpreting and translating skills.
Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements. Must successfully complete the Center’s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance.
Computer skills and knowledge of community resources. Experience with children and families.
We offer:
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$2K for bilingual bonus
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Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population
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A team-oriented work environment
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Training opportunities
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Excellent compensation and benefits
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Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
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Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
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Career Development
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Professional licensure assistance within two years
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You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.
Salary : $46,000 - $48,000
