BH Community Mental Health Worker
About The Position
Under the Supervision of the Behavioral Health Outreach Supervisor, the Community Mental Health Worker role involves connecting with individuals who are experiencing mental health challenges, substance use disorder, domestic violence, and homelessness or are at risk to become homeless. The primary goal is to provide compassionate support, facilitate access to essential services, and connect clients to appropriate providers and resources. In this role, the Community Mental Health Worker will bring cultural sensitivity, empathy, effective communication skills, and play a crucial role in improving the lives of vulnerable individuals within the Native American community.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in clinical or mental health settings.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Knowledge of local resources and services.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.
- Ability to obtain the Community Health Worker certification within one year of employment.
- Ability to author assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and correspondence.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills in building relationships and verbal communication.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of community/tribal members, interdisciplinary staff, and employees of an outside agency.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must maintain a valid, unrestricted California Driver’s license.
- Must be insurable under SCIHP’s automobile insurance.
- Must meet insurance requirements regarding driver record to utilize GSA vehicles.
- CPR Certification.
Nice To Haves
- AA degree in social work, counseling
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, substance use disorder, domestic violence, and homelessness or at risk to become homeless.
- Facilitate access to essential services for clients.
- Connect clients to appropriate providers and resources.
- Author assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and correspondence.
- Maintain the client’s comprehensive clinical record through detailed documentation.
- Be sensitive to the needs of the Native American community, demonstrating a deep understanding and respect for the diverse cultural heritage, traditions, and historical context of the Native American community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The job description does not explicitly list benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
