Description :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 SUMMARYThe Mental Health Professional reports to the Program Director and provides mental health clinical services to clients.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide mental health services to children, youth and families including but not limited to assessment, crisis intervention, individual and family therapy, plan development, group therapy and case management.

Will provide mental health services to children, youth and care providers in settings such as client residence, school, community locations, tele-health and clinic sites.
In accordance to program, county and state requirements, will document service provision of full-scope Medi-Cal and Short-Doyle beneficiaries under the age of 21 with comprehensive, high-quality array of preventive (such as screening), diagnostic, and treatment services under Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment Services (EPSDT).
Will develop Consumer Wellness Plans for each assigned client, identifying symptoms, resulting impairments, objectives and treatment goals, identifying the indicated services that guide service provision.
Maintain a caseload of clients, monitor and coordinate mental health services as outlined in Consumer Wellness Plan ensuring individualized and family-focused mental health treatment.
As part of a treatment team, coordinate service delivery with Mental Health Rehabilitation Providers, Licensed Vocational Nurses/Licensed Psychiatric Technicians, Psychiatrists and Administrative staff.
Will collaborate with Community Partners to help coordinate care, identify resources to help reduce barriers for clients and families receiving mental health treatment.
Will complete progress notes documenting service provision in electronic medical record (EMR) in timely manner and in accordance to standards designated by Program Director.
Will comply with program standards for documentation, evidence-based practices, treatment planning, discharge planning and other indicators of quality assurance.
Regular attendance to team/staff meetings.
Complete 40 hours of training specific to a Mental Health Professional.
Employees shall follow the reporting requirements for incidents of Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Adult Abuse, Dependent Adult Abuse, and Tarasoff warnings per California reporting laws.
Will drive on Agency business.
Physical presence at the office is required.
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 landline phone.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Licensed preferred: Licensed in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage Family Child Therapist.

Hours Completed: A Master’s degree in behavioral science with a current intern registration (M.F.T. or L.C.S.W.) and hours completed.
Unlicensed: A Master’s degree in behavioral science with current intern registration (M.F.T. or L.C.S.W.).
Demonstrated skills in clinical mental health services with individuals, families, and groups.
Knowledge of mental illness and effective treatment approaches to mental disorders.
Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to operate within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
Ability to operate tele-health platforms.
Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
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.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and TB test.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Monolingual/Masters: Class 167 ($68,700.41- $83,584.55Annually)
Monolingual/Licensed: Class 177 ($70,162.70 - $92,329.34 Annually)
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.

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