Mental Health Specialist (Bilingual Preferred)

Victor Careers • San Bernardino, CA

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About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the assigned Supervisor, the Mental Health Specialist provides support services to individuals and families as identified in the designated program and/or individualized plan. The role includes engaging with clients, building relationships with appropriate boundaries, and delivering services in community-based settings on a flexible schedule. The Specialist completes required documentation within agency and program time constraints, participates on assigned treatment teams, and meets applicable service percentage standards reflecting expected time spent with clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science such as Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work.
• Valid California driver's license, personal automobile insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Must be physically and mentally fit.
• Must be willing to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) and drug screening test.
• Must be willing to complete a personal background investigation conducted by the State of California.
• Must be flexible to work a varying schedule according to operational needs.
• Must be able to work in an office or outdoor environment, including standing, walking, running, sitting for extended periods, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, and occasional carrying and lifting up to 25 pounds and up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Must be physically able to perform Pro-Act Restraint Techniques, CPR, and First Aid as trained.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods in a vehicle and drive distances of up to 100 miles.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Two years of experience working with children, youth, and/or families.
• Experience working with children ages 0–5.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family support services in accordance with individualized plans.
• Provide referrals, advocacy, and support to individuals and families.
• Provide linkage and case management services.
• Facilitate or provide support groups and educational services and support.
• Provide transportation, home management assistance, and recreational activities.
• Provide behavioral interventions and management.
• Engage assigned clients effectively and develop relationships with appropriate boundaries.
• Manage a flexible, community-based schedule.
• Complete required documentation according to agency and program standards within required time constraints.
• Actively participate as a member of assigned treatment teams.
• Meet the agency service percentage standard reflecting expected time spent with clients, if applicable.

Benefits

• Reimbursements for license registration fees, continuing education units, travel, and internet/cell phone usage, among other expenses.
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance for the employee and family.
• Nine paid holidays, paid time off, and sick pay.
• Mental health day.
• Five bereavement days.
• Costco Gold Star membership.
• Retirement savings plan (403(b)).
• 100% employer-funded retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.
• Working Advantage discount program.
• Verizon Wireless discount.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Additional hourly pay for education.
• Additional hourly pay for Spanish bilingual skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level