THE CHILDREN’S COLLECTIVE, INC .
Mental Health Specialist
– BIH PROGRAM
Overall Function
The Mental Health Specialist (MHS) will identify relevant mental health resources; oversee case management services and as needed provide basic counseling services to BIH participants.
The MHS will also advise Program Supervisor on new client’s assignments to FHA’s, as well as participate in recruitment activities.
Reports to: Program Supervisor
Essential Job Responsibilities:
1.
Conducts case conferences with BIH staff
2.
Identifies and coordinates staff development activities (training and lectures) to increase staff knowledge of mental health services.
3.
Performs case file audits
4.
Attends CDPH/MCAH sponsored BIH training, as well as subsequent BIH advanced trainings
5.
Coordinates and conducts client enrollment activities which include an orientation, informed consent, and the initial assessment.
6.
Conduct mental health services for BIH clients including Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale and participation in group sessions as needed, answering questions on mental health issues and providing support to the Group Facilitators.
7.
Provides medical health education to clients when requested by the FHA’s
8.
Identify relevant mental health resources; develop and maintain relationships with local mental health professionals for client referrals
9.
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations
10.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
1.
MA Degree in social work, psychology, or counseling from an accredited college or university
2.
Minimum of three years of experience providing direct services to African-American women
3.
Working knowledge of public health issues, resources and services.
4.
Fully embrace and support the BIH Governing Concepts of cultural competence, client centered, strength-based and utilization of cognitive skill building approaches
5.
Excellent written/oral communication skills
6.
Excellent interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
7.
Computer literate
Experience:
1.
One year of professional experience working as a mental health professional that included maternal, infant and child health
2.
Knowledge of women women’s health, including prenatal and postpartum mental health and psychosocial issues
3.
Experienced working with low income, minority and inner-city populations
4.
Knowledge and understanding of community services, including but not limited to: social services, mental health, substance abuse treatment programs, domestic violence programs, legal systems, housing and other resources for referral
Requirements:
1.
Current T.B.
Test
2.
General Physical
3.
Criminal Record (fingerprints) clearance will also be required.
4.
Valid California Drivers License
5.
Have own transportation and clean a DMV record
6.
Valid/Current Automobile Insurance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may have to drive in order to travel from one TCCI site to another TCCI site, and is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, or feel equipment that is necessary to perform their duties.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend over, reach with hands and arms, as well as occasionally lift items between 10-25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents who are served by our agency.
Our staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling.
Hostility, aggression and unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions, as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable.’
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Work Location:
One location
Work Remotely
No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $64,000.00
– $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Remote interview process
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Social distancing guidelines in place
Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Application Question(s):
Do you have experience in maternal, infant and child health?
Do you possess Knowledge of women women’s health, including prenatal and postpartum mental health and psychosocial issues?
Education:
Master’s (Preferred)
Experience:
Mental Health Profession: 1 year (Preferred)
Maternal, Infant and child health: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location