Mental Health Case Manager
About The Position
Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. Job Title: Resource Specialist Division/Program: MLK Crisis Residential Treatment-Valley Star Starting Compensation: 21.00 - 23.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Los Angeles, CA Working Hours/Shift: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm How you will make a difference (job overview): This position assists staff and consumers in determining the need for specialized services and researches the availability of specialized services. This position provides resource identification and referral and training support for all clients and families. Finds community resources to provide needed resources to clients and families. Interaction with all staff members, clients, and families, outside agencies and the public. Division/Program Overview: 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) plus one (1) year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities required OR completion of a minimum of 20 hours on-the-job training as defined by regulations within one (1) year of employment (in addition to the annually required 20 hours of training).
- Four (4) years’ experience working in a mental/behavioral health field.
- Valid California Driver's License, required.
- First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies, including but not limited, to the American Red Cross or obtained within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in social services field from an accredited college or university, preferred.
- AOD certification or pursuing substance use certification, preferred.
Responsibilities
- This position assists staff and consumers in determining the need for specialized services and researches the availability of specialized services.
- This position provides resource identification and referral and training support for all clients and families.
- Finds community resources to provide needed resources to clients and families.
- Interaction with all staff members, clients, and families, outside agencies and the public.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package : Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities : On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
