Mental Health Counselor II - TAY Outpatient

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC • Los Angeles, CA

120d • $46,000 - $48,000

About The Position

The Mental Health Counselor provides a range of services as a part of the treatment team serving young adults and families. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Mental Health Counselor provides screening, assists with linkage to community resources, conducts case management needs assessments, provides outreach to the community and provides interpretation and translation as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience, either employed or working as a volunteer, with youth and/or young adults with mental health challenges.
• Must pass Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking, and accurate interpreting and translating skills.
• Valid California Driver’s License is required. Must meet guidelines of agency’s driving criteria (i.e. Proof of liability insurance, minimal moving violations, driving record free of DUI’s or reckless driving in the last 3 years, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Computer skills and knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide Screening for clients who may qualify for Transitional Youth Services
• Provide Individual and Group Rehabilitation Services to clients in collaboration with the primary therapist. Services to be provided in the clinic and in the field (including home, school, and other community settings).
• Link families with community resources and act as liaison with community providers of services
• Conduct Case Management Needs Assessments during the initial intake process.
• Maintain required minimum productivity requirements consistently.
• Complete all documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and by required deadlines in compliance with all DMH and Center requirements.
• Assist in Community Outreach and Education activities
• Provide interpretation and translation services. Assist in overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers and in obtaining culturally appropriate services.
• Attend Staff Meetings weekly and come prepared to regular Supervision/Consultation meetings with Program Manager.

Benefits

• $2K for bilingual bonus
• Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population.
• A team-oriented work environment
• Training opportunities
• Excellent compensation and benefits
• Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
• Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
• Career Development
• Professional licensure assistance within two years

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree