Mental Health Professional I (3535)

JOB SUMMARY

The Mental Health Professional I reports to the Regional Director and is responsible for providing mental health clinical services, direct treatment services to patients, and case management services to clients and their families.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct mental health assessments and ongoing evaluations of residents' emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric needs.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and behavioral support strategies.
3. Provide individual, family, and group counseling services as appropriate.
4. Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic interventions.
5. Monitor treatment progress and revise treatment goals as needed.
6. Maintain regular contact with psychiatrists and other treatment providers regarding resident care.
7. Assess behavioral concerns and identify triggers, strengths, and risk factors.
8. Develop proactive interventions to reduce challenging behaviors.
9. Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support during behavioral and psychiatric emergencies.
10. Conduct risk assessments related to self-harm, suicide, aggression, elopement, and other safety concerns.
11. Attend Individual Program Plan (IPP), Individualized Education Program (IEP), treatment team meetings, Child and Family Team meetings, and case conferences.
12. Collaborate with Regional Center service coordinators, county mental health agencies, schools, and other community partners.
13. Provide clinical consultation and recommendations to direct care staff and supervisors.
14. Participate in admission and discharge planning activities.
15. Train direct support professionals and care staff on mental health conditions, trauma-informed care, behavior support strategies, and crisis intervention techniques.
16. Provide coaching regarding therapeutic interactions and behavioral interventions.
17. Assist in developing individualized support plans and treatment strategies.
18. Complete clinical assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, behavioral reports, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
19. Ensure compliance with Regional Center requirements, Community Care Licensing regulations, HIPAA standards, and agency policies.
20. Maintain accurate and confidential resident records.
21. Track service outcomes and support quality assurance activities.
22. Facilitate family engagement and support positive family involvement when appropriate.
23. Assist residents in developing social, emotional, and coping skills.
24. Provide psychoeducation to residents, families, and caregivers.
25. Support residents in accessing community-based mental health and supportive services.
26. Participate in crisis response planning and post-incident reviews.
27. Will drive on Agency business to provide services at multiple sites.
28. Physical presence at the program is required.
29. Ensure direct report staff follow the agency’s timecard, PTO (Paid Time Off), and California’s rest and meal period policies. Will monitor staff timesheets to ensure they are completed accurately.
30. Employees are expected to manage their cell phone use so that the Agency cell phone stipend covers all business usage. Any calls not covered by the stipend are to be made on a company's landline phone.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree in social work or counseling, or a related field and appropriate field or experience equivalent.
2. Minimum two years of experience working with children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral challenges, trauma histories, or dual diagnoses.
3. Experience in residential treatment, foster care, group homes, Regional Center services, or behavioral health settings preferred.
4. Knowledge of crisis intervention and positive behavior support practices.
5. Knowledge about local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to service provision.
6. Must be able to obtain a CCL Facility Administrators Certification within six months of employment and keep this certification current at all times.
7. Ability to oversee adequate plan implementation and work effectively with Regional Center system clients.
8. Knowledge of developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
9. Understanding of trauma-informed care and person-centered planning.
10. Knowledge of California Regional Center services and community resources.
11. Strong assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and documentation skills.
12. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
13. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
14. Attend 40-hour Group Home Administrator training, receive certification and maintain certification throughout employment.
15. Attend Pro-ACT Train the trainer and maintain certification throughout employment
16. Complete Registered Behavior Technician “RBT” curriculum, receive certification and maintain that throughout employment.
17. Current certified training in emergency first aid procedures and “be able to render emergency services when necessary”.
18. Knowledge of mental health disorders and intellectual disabilities and methods of programming.
19. Must have exceptional analytical, problem identification and problem-solving skills
20. Be able to travel between various programs regularly.
21. Demonstrate ability to handle multiple priorities in an organized and efficient manner.
22. Independently perform routine studies, periodic reviews, and reports.
23. Collect, compile, and analyze data and report results.
24. Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
25. Intermediate computer skills in Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
26. 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.
27. Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
28. Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and TB test.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Pay Range:
  • Masters: Class 167 ( $71,448.43 - $83,584.55/annually)
  • Licensed: Class 177 ( $72,969.21 - $92,329.34/annually)
• Company paid benefits package for full time staff 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
• On the job training including paid professional development and career development
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• Mileage reimbursement for travel

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.