ABOUT US

Turning Point Community Programs (TPCP) has offered a path to mental health since 1976. Today we operate in over 38 programs in eight California counties providing integrated, cost-effective mental health services, employment and housing for adults and children with psychiatric, emotional and/or developmental disabilities. At TPCP we believe it is an honor and a privilege to promote recovery, independence and self-sufficiency while supporting our clients in realizing and achieving their goals. Our 600+ colleagues have the unique opportunity to help their communities every single day, creating a better space for all types of people in need. Join our team in offering hope, respect and support to individuals on their journey to wellness.

SUMMARY: The Clinical Specialist is responsible for insuring that the clinical and case management needs of clients with co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse issues are met and that they achieve their goals through best practices such as motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and any other evidence based practices available. Clinical Specialist will also be responsible for providing some case management responsibilities to a modified case load when fully staffed.

Some responsibilities include:

• Provides group and individual therapy/counseling under supervision of clinical or program director.
• Provides psycho-education in group, family or individual format.
• Make recommendations for improvement in clinical program; will have input on clinical issues as part of the clinical team.
• Provides consultation as necessary on clinical issues.
• Consult with or meets regularly with the client’s family, care provider or other significant persons with client’s consent.
• Develop individual service plans for each client and empowers clients in meeting their goals; assists teams with development of service plans that reflect measurable objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in social work, psychology, human relations, or related field; must be licensed or license eligible as either LCSW/ASW, Psychologist or MFT/MFTI. Minimum of two years’ experience as a provider of mental health services.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid California driver’s license & current vehicle insurance/registration
• Reliable means of transportation excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.
• Current license/registration with BBS or CA Board of Psychology

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of and commitment to principles and goals of community mental health.
• Knowledge of and commitment to principles and goals of the “self-help model”.
• Knowledge of and commitment to principles and goals of the “consumer-driven model”.
• Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation’s treatment and programming.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, clients, families, community agencies and professionals.
• Ability to perform crisis intervention strategies.
• Ability to work effectively under stress and conflict.
• Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation’s treatment and programming.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment and decision making.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in any given situation.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to be well organized, flexible, and self disciplined.