Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist - Mental Health 616

Telecare Corporation; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Telecare Corporation in San Leandro is seeking a Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist to provide direct community support and case management services. This role involves assessing needs, providing mental health rehabilitation services, and coordinating with various agencies. Candidates must have a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent experience.

The position offers full-time shifts with competitive pay starting at $27.85, along with comprehensive benefits including PTO, medical insurance, and more. Telecare is committed to cultural diversity and inclusion in hiring.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field and 2 years of mental health experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of mental health experience.
• Associate’s Degree with 6 years of mental health experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct community support and case management.
• Complete assessments and provide mental health rehabilitation.
• Coordinate service needs with other agencies.

Skills

Mental Health Services

Case Management

Crisis Intervention

Psychiatric Rehabilitation

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling

Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience

Associate’s Degree with 6 years experience

Job description

Overview

"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." – Client from Telecare.

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist provides direct members served community support and case management services to assigned members served using Psychiatric Rehabilitation principles, Recovery Philosophy, and Evidence-Based practices. The position provides education and support to members served and their families, coordinates service needs and collaborates with other services and agencies such as the Conservator’s Office, Public Defender’s Office, Child and Adult Protective Services, Probation Department, and Inpatient Services, Long Term Care Services, Residential Settings and County Mental Health Services. The Specialist completes assessments, provides mental health rehabilitation services, case management, crisis intervention, integrated whole person care, and trauma‑informed care.

Shifts Available

Full‑Time | AM/PM | Shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Days: Monday – Thursday

Compensation

Expected starting wage range: $27.85 – $34.42. Telecare applies geographic differentials; starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services or Social Services and two (2) years of experience providing direct services in Mental Health; or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services or Social Services and four (4) years of experience providing direct services in Mental Health; or an Associate’s Degree and six (6) years of experience providing direct services in Mental Health.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro‑rated accrual for part‑time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Nine Paid Holidays & shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift).
• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship.
• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships.
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Visit telecarecorp.com/benefits for more information.

Team & Mission

Telecare’s mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems. Alameda County Youth CSU is a Crisis Stabilization Unit serving youth populations within Alameda County, providing screening/triage, medication support, and brief treatment in a safe, protective setting. Typical length of stay is up to 24 hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AA M/F/V/Disability EOE.