Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
About The Position
Amae Health is seeking a full-time Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) for its Orange County clinic in California. This role is part of an interdisciplinary team focused on providing personalized, compassionate, and high-quality care to individuals with serious mental illness, including the Medi-Cal population. The MHRS will help members develop skills and confidence for more independent, connected, and meaningful lives by leading psychosocial rehabilitation and life-skills groups, teaching illness self-management and independent living skills, and supporting community integration and vocational readiness. The role involves close collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and the broader care team to contribute to treatment planning, support medication adherence, and connect members with necessary resources. A key responsibility includes documenting rehabilitation services in a manner compliant with Medi-Cal requirements. This is a hands-on, member-facing position ideal for individuals passionate about recovery-oriented care and community impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health or related field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Sociology, Human Services, etc)
- 4+ years of behavioral health experience, or equivalent experience consistent with California’s MHRS qualification pathways under Title 9
- Up to two years of graduate professional education may count toward the experience requirement, consistent with California MHRS qualification pathways
- Experience facilitating groups
- Experience working with adults with serious mental illness, such as psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder), bipolar disorder, severe depression, or co-occurring substance use disorders
Nice To Haves
- Experience in community mental health, ACT/FSP, PHP/IOP, residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, or crisis programs
- Training in Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed care
- Strong interdisciplinary teamwork and documentation skills
- Ability to document services in a Medi-Cal compliant manner
Responsibilities
- Lead psychosocial rehabilitation and life-skills groups, teaching independent living and illness self-management skills that help build daily stability and confidence.
- Support members’ community integration and vocational readiness, connecting them to opportunities and resources that promote long-term wellness and independence.
- Partner with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and peer support in treatment planning and coordinating member care.
- Connect members with community resources and supports that promote wellness.
- Document rehabilitation services accurately and in compliance with Medi-Cal requirements, supporting both quality care and program integrity.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Parental leave and programs built around well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
