Transitional Coordinator (IITS) - CA

yai; Lakewood (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI Network in Lakewood, CA is seeking a licensed clinical professional with a Master's degree to lead and develop Individual Program Plans and person-centered plans for people with IDD and behavioral/mental health concerns, including those with forensic involvement.

You will manage intake/admission meetings, coordinate with DDS and regional centers, and support transitions with monthly visits or more as needed. Pay is $87,560.30 annually; YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and at least five years of experience working with people with IDD with behavioral/mental health concerns, including forensic involvement.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing Individual Program Plans and person-centered plans for IDD individuals with forensic involvement.
• Experience linking IDD individuals with complex behavioral/mental health needs to community supports.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with DDS and Regional Centers on the Intake and Referral Process.
• Lead intake/admission meetings.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator, Consultants, and IDT to develop and implement IPP and transition plans.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments with Director and Clinical Director.
• Coordinate with Regional Center Liaison and Service Coordinator to access community services per IPP and Transition Plan.
• Support individuals pre-, during, and post-transition with monthly visits or more as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Intake coordination

Risk assessment

Program planning

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling

Job description

Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with DDS and the Regional Centers on the Intake and Referral Process.
• Facilitate and lead Intake/admission meeting.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator, Consultants, and other members of the IDT in the development and implementation of the IPP and Person Centered Plan and transition plans
• Assist in conducting Risk Assessments in collaboration with the Director and Clinical Director
• Coordinate with Regional Center Liaison and Service Coordinator on accessing services in the community as per IPP and Transition Plan
• Support the person pre transition, during transition and post transition with at a minimum of monthly visits or more frequently as necessary.
• Performs all other duties, as assigned.

Pay Rate: $87,560.30 annually

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

• A Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling and five years of experience in the past 7 years working with people with IDD with behavioral/mental health concerns with criminal and/or forensic involvement.
• Extensive experience in the development and implementation of Individual Program Plans and person-centered plans for people with IDD with criminal and forensic involvement.
• Extensive experience in linking people with IDD with complex behavioral/mental health and forensic needs to community supports and resources.

Preferred Qualification Requirements ( desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

• Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) credential

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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