Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist

Redwood Community Services, Inc.; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Redwood Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist I-III (Care Manager III) in Fort Bragg, CA. The role focuses on direct client support, implementing behavior strategies, and facilitating rehabilitative activities as part of Behavioral Health Services.

The position requires 4+ years of relevant experience (or education substitutions), valid CA driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and a TB/physical exam. Full-time, benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of full-time mental health experience for CM III; up to two years of education can substitute.
• Two years of actual work experience required; education must meet MH field criteria.
• Must have valid CA driver’s license, auto insurance, and clean DMV record.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• TB exam and physical at time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to clients to develop self-care and daily living skills.
• Implement individualized behavior support strategies and rehabilitative group activities.
• Deliver one-on-one behavioral support aligned with client plans and goals.
• Promote client growth, independence and well-being, supporting achievement of goals.

Skills

Direct mental health services

Crisis intervention

Driving

Education

Two years of education in mental health field

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist# Mental Health Rehabilitation SpecialistFort Bragg, CA 95437## OverviewSalary Range$27.30 - $29.40 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelAssociate's DegreeTravel PercentagePersonal Vehicle Use## Description* Job Title: **Care Manager III/Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist I-III*** Department: **Behavioral Health Services*** Location: **Fort Bragg, CA*** Status:**Full-Time, Non-Exempt*** Hours: **One (1) 40 Hours per week*** Salary:**$27.30 - $29.40 per hour (DOE) / Additional Differentials Must Qualify*** Open Date:**October 20, 2026*** Close Date: **Open Until Filled****Pay Differentials Offered (must qualify through testing or verification):*** Language Translation - Bi-cultural Spanish: $1.00 per hour* Bimodal Bilingualism - ASL Sign Language: $1.00 per hour* Bimodal Multilingualism - ASL Sign Language: $2.00 per hour* Overnight/Graveyard - Stay Awake Shifts: $1.00 per hour**Overview:**Provides direct support to clients in developing and maintaining essential self-care and daily living skills, implementing individualized behavior support strategies, and facilitating rehabilitative group activities. Delivers one-on-one behavioral support tailored to each client’s individual needs and treatment plan, promoting personal growth, independence, and overall well-being while supporting the achievement of established goals.## Qualifications**Care Manager III/Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist I, II, III Requirements:*** CM III: An individual who has at least four (4) years of full-time/equivalent (FTE) experience in a mental health-related field proving direct mental health services. Up to two (2) years of the four (4) years of experience can be substituted by years of education in a mental health-related field. There is a minimum requirement of two (2) years of actual work experience.\\* + \\*The education requirement for a CM III - must be a minimum of two (2) years of education (60 semester or 90 quarter units) with a minimum of 12 semesters (18 quarter) units in a mental health-related subject area such as child development, social work, human behavior, rehabilitation, psychology, or alcohol and drug counseling.* MHRS I: Associate degree +6 years working with at-risk clients in a mental health setting* MHRS I: Bachelor's degree +4 years working with at-risk clients in a mental health setting* MHRS III: Master's degree +2 years working with at-risk clients in a mental health setting.**Conditions of Employment:*** Must possess a valid CA Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and a clean DMV printout (no more than 3 points).* Must pass a clear background check with CACI, DOJ & FBI.* CPR and First Aid Certified.* TB Exam and Physical at the time of employment.**Driving Requirement:** This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for business purposes and on-call rotation. * Driving is a required function of this position. Employees must use a personal vehicle that meet all agency requirements, including maintaining liability insurance that meets or exceeds state requirements.* Employees are responsible for ensuring the timely renewal of their vehicle insurance policies and providing updated documentation to the agency to remain in good standing and compliant with position requirements.**Training:*** RCS provides an in-depth onboarding and training orientation, which includes CPR/First Aid, Crisis Communication/Pro-ACT, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Collaborative Problem Solving, introductions to all RCS departments, and other valuable trainings.**Benefits:** Comprehensive benefits package available.**To Apply:** Please visit our website at Redwood Community Services to apply or learn more about our values and services.**Redwood Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce**.