Description
Masters Degree in Social Work or MFT from an accredited college or university required.
Under the supervision of the Division Director and/or Program Manager, is responsible for but not limited to planning, facilitating, implementing, and coordinating mental health services for adults with mental illness who are transitioning from locked placements (psychiatric and forensic) to community settings.
Provides mental health / case management services by exploring community resources, providing linkage, and referrals to ensure continuous system of care.
Coordinates and implements day rehabilitative program activities under the supervision of program coordinator.
Coordinates services with various public and private community health, mental health, social services, and probation involved in client care.
Transport client(s) to connect with necessary community resources.
Interview clients and/or family members to obtain a psychosocial, medical, psychiatric history to assess and evaluate client’s level of functioning and psychiatric condition in determining the treatment modality by which goals are to be achieved.
Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client and family members.
Assist clients, families; and significant others in understanding mental illness and gaining their acceptance of and participation in the treatment recommendations.
Provide and/or assist with on-call emergency coverage.
Maintain and submit billing records in a timely manner.
Maintain and update client’s files and documentation in accordance with DMH guidelines.
Must drive to multiple job sites.
Knowledge: Basic Computer software programs (Experience on Microsoft Word and Excel, Internet); Knowledge and ability to relate to people with mental illness; Knowledge of DSM.

Skills
Experience with substance abuse residential treatment preferred.
Good writing and oral (communication) skills are necessary; Strong interpersonal and social skills; Time management skills necessary.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with program and with community representatives and contractors; Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

Notes
Legal status to work in the United States.
Background check is required during orientation period.
Must have own reliable transportation, valid California Driver License, and proof of automobile insurance coverage.