Mental Health Counselor II - TAY FCCS

The Mental Health Counselor provides a range of services as a part of the treatment team serving young adults and families. Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Mental Health Counselor provides linkage to community resources, conducts case management needs assessments, provides outreach to the community and provides interpretation and translation as needed. JOB ID#35127A

Duties And Responsibilities

Provide Office of the Day duties and screenings as assigned.

Provide Individual and Group Rehabilitation Services to clients in collaboration with the primary therapist. Services to be provided in the clinic and in the field (including home, school, and other community settings).

Link families with community resources and act as liaison with community providers of services.

Conduct Case Management Needs Assessments during the initial intake process.

Maintain Required Minimum Productivity Requirements Consistently.

Complete all documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and by required deadlines in compliance with all DMH and Center requirements.

Assist in Community Outreach and Education activities.

Provide interpretation and translation services. Assist in overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers and in obtaining culturally appropriate services.

Attend Staff Meetings weekly and come prepared to regular Supervision/Consultation meetings with Program Manager.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum of three (3) years, experience either employed or working as a volunteer, with youth and/or young adults.

Must pass Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.

Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

Valid California Driver’s License is required. Must meet guidelines of agency’s driving criteria (i.e. Proof of liability insurance, minimal moving violations, driving record free of DUI’s or reckless driving in the last 3 years, etc.), and maintain the criteria as per company policy at all times.

Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements. Must successfully complete the Center’s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance.

We Offer

• Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population.
• A team-oriented work environment
• Training opportunities
• Excellent compensation and benefits
• Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
• $2K for bilingual bonus
• Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
• Career Development
• Professional licensure assistance within two years
• You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.