Mental Health Service Coordinator
About The Position
The Service Coordinator is responsible for delivering quality mental health, substance abuse, and justice-involved supportive services face-to-face to an adult population. The Service Coordinator provides Behavioral Health recovery based services consistent with the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Strengths-Based Models, which may include, but are not limited to, assessment contribution, service plan development, case management, housing and benefits support, skills building, group facilitation, crisis intervention, and individual and/or group therapy and documenting all services. The Service Coordinator works as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This position is community-based; services can be in the office or field based on client needs.
Requirements
- High School Diploma (Required)
- Experience in mental health social services (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree from an accredited or regionally approved college or university in the area of social work, psychology, vocational rehabilitation, criminal justice, or a related field (Preferred)
- Work experience with adults who have mental health/substance abuse/homeless/ forensic behavioral population (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Support and carry a caseload.
- Assess and gather client information for domain-based assessments to evaluate the mental health needs of clients, considering factors such as medical history, psychosocial background, and presenting symptoms. Screen for housing, benefits, and community needs.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment and Personal Empowerment plans in collaboration with clients that incorporate evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address clients’ specific needs.
- Assist clients in navigating community resources, social services, housing, and financial assistance programs.
- Manage and respond to crises effectively, employing crisis intervention techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of clients experiencing acute emotional distress.
- Meet with clients regularly per client needs and contract obligations.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and other relevant records in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
- Able to work independently and with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals, including med providers, mental health clinicians, peers, care coordinators, and other members, to discuss/develop/facilitate integrated care plans for clients.
- Collaborate with external service providers to ensure holistic support for clients.
- Educate clients and their support persons about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and community resources to enhance their overall well-being and empower them to participate in their treatment process actively.
- Pursue ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest developments in mental health care.
- Participates in the internal and external county utilization review of client charts.
- Demonstrate flexibility in managing competing priorities and adapting to changing situations.
- Adhere to strict ethical standards and maintain client confidentiality per legal and professional guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
