Mental Health Lead – Office of Diversion and Re-Entry

St. Joseph Center•Los Angeles, CA

22h•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Mental Health Lead works under the supervision of the Office of Diversion and Reentry (ODR) Program Manager and Lead Clinical Supervisor. The position provides clinical supervision and support to case managers and other unlicensed staff, and ensures sound clinical direction, management, and coordination of mental health, rehabilitation, case management, community outreach, and medication support services. The role also maintains a small client caseload while supporting the ODR team and participating in its 24/7 on-call system.

Requirements

Active/current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
Must have or obtain LPS Designation upon hire.
Familiarity with severely and chronically mentally ill adults in a community setting.
Experience with DSM-V, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge of Evidence Based Practices and/or the Recovery Model of treatment.
Ability to communicate and relate to a diverse group of people, including clients, community members, and staff.
Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise professional and paraprofessional staff while handling multiple tasks and relating to diverse groups of clients.
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, human services, or a related field.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and widely supported internet browsers.
Ability to collect and analyze data.
Valid California Class C Driver License, valid transportation, and valid automobile liability insurance.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between offices and clients.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group clinical support to case managers and other unlicensed staff in adherence with the BBS.
Assist with developing and implementing clinical training for the ODR program.
Provide mental health guidance and support to ODR teams, including completing clinical documentation, progress notes, care plans, and assessments as needed.
Maintain a small caseload of clients in addition to providing mental health support for the team.
Support management with clinical matters and lead debriefs as necessary.
Support the team with individuals who need to be placed on a 5150.
Participate in monthly Clinical Consultation Meetings and scheduled team meetings.
Participate in the 24/7 on-call system.
Travel between offices and clients as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.