Educational Liaison

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS INC•Hanford, CA

77d•$35 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

At TURN, our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment. The Educational Liaison recommends and assists access to medical, educational, social, vocational, housing, and more to support program goals. This role initiates referrals to next level care, coordinates with physical health providers for whole-person care, and advocates in the best interest of clients.

Requirements

Master's degree; or bachelor's degree with four years of experience in social services.
Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
Cultural competency understanding required.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide case management with crisis intervention, discharge plan, group & individual work, mental health/substance use disorder counseling, screening, and assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
Complete accurate and timely documentation, meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services if contractually required.
Facilitate placement including pre-placement visits, and transportation as needed.
Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings.
Establishes relationships with school districts and SELPA’s (Special Education Local Planning Areas).
Attends IEP (Individual Education Plan) meetings and wraparound meetings in which education needs are identified.
Assures educational files follow child or youth when transitioning to another school placement.
Educates families regarding school services provides in service training for program staff.
Other relevant duties as assigned.