What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Counselor II - LAHSA position at SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC?
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Description
ID# 35252A - Provides direct and indirect services involving intensive case-management services, outreach in the community, and crisis intervention resolution. Works collaboratively with CD3 and other community partners in all assigned outreach efforts. Assists clients in housing location, housing retention, and community reintegration. Provides transportation assistance as needed, to assist client in attending appointments and accessing services.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify individual client strengths, needs and resources. Assesses and evaluates client's level of psychosocial impairment, self-care potential, family and support network availability, independent living needs, financial status, and social/recreational needs. Develop and coordinate service plans/ HMIS housing plans/ linkage to resources.
Assist clients in developing independent living skills and preparing for housing/ independent living.
Transports clients to and from appropriate services as necessary. Assist clients in navigating the transportation system within the San Fernando Valley, apply for bus cards and transport to doctor appointments, SSI/SSA, and other locations as deemed appropriate by Program Coordinator.
Provide assistance with outreach efforts to engage homeless individuals, screening clients to identify those meeting requirements for various programs and target populations.
Work as a team with other Street Based Outreach staff in utilizing the CES Survey to determine participant eligibility for housing/ linkage to housing resources.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, participate in staff and clinical meetings and community meetings as assigned.
Perform monitoring and oversight of housing placement activities including LAHSA/HACLA.
Document and provide all housing data for participants to the
HMIS data reporting specialist for submission per contract requirements.
Perform outreach and engagement activities in parks, homeless encampments, homeless food pantries, freeway underpasses , etc. during outreach hours as designated by Program Coordinator and/or Assistant Director. May be nontraditional working hours (i.e. Weekends or Weekday Evenings).
Maintains current knowledge and familiarity of public entitlements.
Knowledge or professional experience providing services to clients with dual diagnosis and/or substance abuse disorders.
Ability to communicate effectively (and develop trust) with a culturally diverse population, including homeless and those suffering from mental illness.
Network and maintain strong working relationships with community resources, police, businesses, churches and other agencies serving the homeless population, to gain potential client referrals.
Will perform other duties as necessary, to be determined by the Program Manager.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years experience in a behavioral health care setting; experience with homeless chronic mentally ill.
Knowledge of DSM-IV-TR required.
Chemical dependency experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.
Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.
Interacting with other employees at work is an essential function of the j ob.
Arriving at work on time and not leaving early is an essential function of the job.
Must have a good driving record and must be insurable by the Center's
insurance provider.
Must be comfortable working with a target population of homeless, mentally ill, and those suffering from substance abuse and other debilitating conditions.
ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS:
The job location is in a homeless social services setting.
The working environment is free from any recognized hazards.
The employee may be exposed to various environments (i.e. client's place of residence, other offices, etc.)
Business casual attire.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
Ability to sit for extended hours.
Ability to kneel or reach as needed.
Vision that does not impede viewing and reading of computer monitor, client charts, progress notes, etc.
Good use of arm/hand dexterity for typing and writing notes.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
EQUIPMENT OPERATION:
Ability to operate a copy machine, fax machine, shredder, computer and printer.
Will train for the use of other equipment as necessary.
We offer:
- $2K for bilingual bonus
- Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population
- A team-oriented work environment
- Training opportunities
- Excellent compensation and benefits
- Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
- Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
- Career Development
- Professional licensure assistance within two years
- You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.
Salary : $46,000 - $48,000
