Mental Health Specialist

U.S.VETS; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.VETS seeks a dedicated Mental Health Specialist to implement services for veterans experiencing homelessness. This role involves providing counseling, case management, and advocacy within a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates possess a strong educational background in mental health and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Join us in making a positive impact on those who served our country.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company matching 401K

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mental health services to homeless individuals.
• Knowledge of DSM V and crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to work with at-risk client populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and group counseling for veterans.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate community connection and support activities.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Description

Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?

If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!

Come & join our winning team!

Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN ENTIRETY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION/LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

Mental Health Specialist

The Mental Health Specialist implements mental health and substance abuse services to a caseload of 19 veterans currently experiencing homelessness. The Mental Health Specialist provides short-term individual counseling, group counseling, case management, intake and assessment, advocacy and referrals.

Description

Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?

If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!

Come & join our winning team!

Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN ENTIRETY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION/LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

Mental Health Specialist

The Mental Health Specialist implements mental health and substance abuse services to a caseload of 19 veterans currently experiencing homelessness. The Mental Health Specialist provides short-term individual counseling, group counseling, case management, intake and assessment, advocacy and referrals.

FLSA Classification: Non Exempt

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical case management and short-term individual therapy utilizing a harm reduction approach
• Provide substance abuse counseling services for veterans who request them
• Provide crisis counseling and risk assessment
• Assist veteran residents to meet program goals regarding Housing Retention, Increased Skills or Income, connection with Mainstream Resources, Payment of Rent, and Money Management
• Facilitate connection to recreational activities
• Conduct groups weekly
• Provide community-based support, including transporting veterans in a company van, when appropriate
• Meet all contractual and programmatic goals and outcomes
• Collaborate and coordinate treatment with various VA providers
• Complete all required program documentation, including intakes, progress notes, group notes, psychosocial assessment, monthly treatment plans, data for in-house reports, correspondence, etc. within the assigned timeframe
• Assist with residential program-related responsibilities, such a as meal preparation, conducting wellness checks, answering the door and phones, and medication reminders
• Conduct a monthly community meeting in conjunction with the Property Manager
• Attend required meetings and training
• Maintain after hours availability for veteran emergencies
• Other duties as assigned by management
  
  

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited college or university preferred, or a Master’s Degree that meets the education requirements for a Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor license issues by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Behavioral Science Examiners Clinical License preferred but not required.
• Two (2) years of experience providing direct mental health services to persons experiencing homelessness, substance abuse and mental health diagnosis.
• Experience providing services within a harm reduction and motivational interviewing framework to persons actively using substances.
• Knowledge and application of the DSM V
• Working understanding of the needs of persons experiencing homeless ness with an emphasis on mental health, especially trauma and readjustment issues
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to persons with mental health, concurrent substance abuse and medical conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and quality assurance.
• Good listening skills
• Ability to be a team player and be a role model for clients and staff.
• Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and sitting for long periods of time.
• Must be able to perform all functions of the position within what would be considered reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with a variety of personalities and be comfortable working with an at-risk client population, including embracing the agency’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative
• Valid California Driver’s license, clean driving record
• Ability to pass Food Handler’s Course upon hire

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Mental Health Care

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