Criminal Justice Mental Health Specialist/ Case Manager IV
Job description
Turning Point of Central California, Inc.
WE EXIST TO SERVE PEOPLE IN NEED.
Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children’s Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.
POSITION:
Criminal Justice Mental Health Specialist/Case Manager IV
PROGRAM:
Sunrise
LOCATION:
3855 N. West Ave. Fresno, CA 93705
WEBSITE:
https://www.tpocc.org/sunrise
The Sunrise Programs mission is to provide comprehensive mental health care services to adults referred by Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health who live with mental health and cooccurring disorders. With a “Whatever It Takes” attitude, Sunrise staff strives to empower our consumers to achieve self-sufficiency and independence utilizing wellness and recovery and strength based principles. Our services are transitional in nature and include providing resources to our consumers by listening, motivating, advocating, teaching, and offering support in the most respectful way possible.
HIRING MANAGER:
Hugo Guzman, Supervising PSC
PHONE:
(559) 334-6433
BASE PAY:
Monolingual: Class 130 ($20.72 - $27.26/hour)
Bilingual: Class 135 ($21.77 - $28.65/hour)
STATUS:
Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS:
Until Filled
AVAILABLE:
Immediately
Company Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
- 403b Tax Deferred Annuity Retirement fund
- 401a Pension Plan fund
- Term life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On the job training including paid professional development and career development
- Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
- Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
- Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
- Family-oriented environment
- Mileage reimbursement for travel
- Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
JOB SUMMARY
The Criminal Justice Mental Health Specialist/Case Manager IV reports to the Program Director and works as a part of a treatment team in achieving the goals and objectives of the program to ensure quality of care for client participants.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under the supervision of the Program Director, assist in the accomplishment of the case management plan with clients by screening, evaluating, identifying, and implementing specific case management activities as identified in the Individual Service and Support Plan (ISSP) to support clients in achieving their goals.
- Maintain appropriate case recording documentation as per the Rehab option Medi-Cal guidelines, case recording, and other contract guidelines.
- Attend weekly supervision meetings with the Personal Service Coordinator Supervisor.
- Provide direct services, including case management, to clients. Such services may include group counseling, individual, and or other forms of direct service as outlined in the Individual Service and Support Plan (ISSP) and Plan of Care.
- Maintain and submit all documentation and billing as it relates to client services in a timely fashion.
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate services for Severely Mental Ill (SMI) clients.
- Screen and evaluate potential clients for the identification of case management, rehabilitation, residential, and other services and activities.
- Provide individual and group guidance to clients.
- Provide classroom educational instruction or training plans with clients.
- Develop and maintain outside supportive referral services for clients.
- Communicate closely, in a systematic fashion, with agencies and significant others involved in the rehabilitation of clients.
- Complete the minimum 40 hours training annually per Turning Point training requirements.
- Provide the Program Director with timely reports on any unusual occurrences that might impact the overall program operation or the health and safety of clients or employees.
- Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
- Will drive on company business and transport consumers as needed.
- Comply with all Turning Point Safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to: workplace safety, reporting work related injuries, Infection Control and preventing potential safety risks for staff, clients and others.
- Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee at Turning Point. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. Employees also are expected to remain at work for their entire work schedule. Late arrival, early departure or other absences from scheduled hours are disruptive and must be avoided.
- Other duties as assigned by the Program Director. Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- A Bachelor’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 that is directly related to the specific responsibilities of the job.
- Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and one (1) year work experience (6 months’ experience with Behavioral Health Court).
- Knowledge of best practices regarding the treatment of clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) and Dual-Diagnosis individuals.
- Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken Spanish preferred.
- Work effectively with diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socioeconomic, and professional groups of people.
- Current certified training in emergency first aid procedures preferred.
- Ability to operate within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, general physical, and TB test.
- Must maintain good relationships with current, future and past employees, co-workers, vendors, third party administrators, and others with whom the Agency is transacting business, and relate to them in a professional manner.
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