San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center
Mental Health Counselor I - ICMS CDV
San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center ID#36142A - This position will work as part of permanent supportive housing case management team. This position is part of the Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) to serve formally homeless individuals and families with chronic medical conditions and co-occurring disorders, who are high utilizers of the Department of Health Services (DHS) hospital and outpatient system. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Case Manager - ICMS Permanent Supportive Housing is responsible for providing individual case management to formerly homeless individuals and families utilizing a trauma-informed approach. ICMS Case Manager will perform specialized tasks including comprehensive case management services such as intake, housing applications, assessment, goal setting, monitoring and reassessment, life skills, counseling, individual benefit assistance, referrals and linkages to all tenants. The ICMS Case Manager will document all tenant interactions and input that data into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and the CHAMP (DHS) database. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct and indirect client services. Work with a diverse client caseload of 20 clients experiencing many barriers including homelessness, complex trauma, medical, mental health and substance use. Complete all housing applications and housing related paperwork with referred clients. Ensure that each client on caseload has an up-to-date and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, and that this assessment is used in collaboration with the client to create individualized case management plans designed to improve quality of life and improved health outcomes. Collaborate with each client to develop creative goal plans aimed at improving overall well-being and housing stability; review and update quarterly and upon completion of goals. Facilitate independent living skills groups and activities geared toward maintaining housing and reducing likelihood of returning to homelessness. Develop and maintain a complete, accurate, and current client file with all required documents and data in agency records and electronic databases. Monitor clients\' behavior and provide interventions to ensure clients maintain housing stability in their PSH unit. Document all client contacts in GTRPP format (Goal, Intervention, Response, Progress, Plan) and in accordance with Housing Department productivity expectations. Coordinate with DHS and community partners to ensure clients are connected to primary health care and insurance to reduce need for emergency health care services. Maintain confidentiality of client files per HIPAA and all applicable guidelines. Coordinate appointments, transportation, and follow-up services for clients accessing primary health care, mental health care, recovery services, and other community resources. Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients, with a focus on facilitating independence and maintenance of improved physical and mental health. Assist in the screening, assessment, and enrollment of clients, including orientation to program policies, resources and goals. Maintain a current, thorough knowledge of community resources and utilize them to provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to clients. Assist clients with becoming involved in daily activities, scheduling and attending appointments, budgeting, socialization, health maintenance, sense of community, and progress in recovery. Work cooperatively and cohesively with other clients of the staff team, including participation in weekly staff meetings and staff trainings. Education
Bachelor’s degree in field of social work, counseling, psychology, or related field. Experience
Experience in the field of mental health, human services, or public social services; experience with the chronic homeless population preferred. Familiar with DSM-V preferred. Case management experience necessary. Low Income Housing knowledge and experience preferred. Additional Requirements
Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements. Must successfully complete the Center\'s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance. Must have a good driving record and must be insurable by Center\'s insurance company. Bilingual, Spanish - preferred. We Offer
$2K for bilingual bonus Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population A team-oriented work environment Training opportunities Excellent compensation and benefits Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement Career Development Professional licensure assistance within two years You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help. Seniority level
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Mental Health Counselor I - ICMS CDV
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San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center ID#36142A - This position will work as part of permanent supportive housing case management team. This position is part of the Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) to serve formally homeless individuals and families with chronic medical conditions and co-occurring disorders, who are high utilizers of the Department of Health Services (DHS) hospital and outpatient system. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Case Manager - ICMS Permanent Supportive Housing is responsible for providing individual case management to formerly homeless individuals and families utilizing a trauma-informed approach. ICMS Case Manager will perform specialized tasks including comprehensive case management services such as intake, housing applications, assessment, goal setting, monitoring and reassessment, life skills, counseling, individual benefit assistance, referrals and linkages to all tenants. The ICMS Case Manager will document all tenant interactions and input that data into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and the CHAMP (DHS) database. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct and indirect client services. Work with a diverse client caseload of 20 clients experiencing many barriers including homelessness, complex trauma, medical, mental health and substance use. Complete all housing applications and housing related paperwork with referred clients. Ensure that each client on caseload has an up-to-date and comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, and that this assessment is used in collaboration with the client to create individualized case management plans designed to improve quality of life and improved health outcomes. Collaborate with each client to develop creative goal plans aimed at improving overall well-being and housing stability; review and update quarterly and upon completion of goals. Facilitate independent living skills groups and activities geared toward maintaining housing and reducing likelihood of returning to homelessness. Develop and maintain a complete, accurate, and current client file with all required documents and data in agency records and electronic databases. Monitor clients\' behavior and provide interventions to ensure clients maintain housing stability in their PSH unit. Document all client contacts in GTRPP format (Goal, Intervention, Response, Progress, Plan) and in accordance with Housing Department productivity expectations. Coordinate with DHS and community partners to ensure clients are connected to primary health care and insurance to reduce need for emergency health care services. Maintain confidentiality of client files per HIPAA and all applicable guidelines. Coordinate appointments, transportation, and follow-up services for clients accessing primary health care, mental health care, recovery services, and other community resources. Develop effective, trusting relationships with clients, with a focus on facilitating independence and maintenance of improved physical and mental health. Assist in the screening, assessment, and enrollment of clients, including orientation to program policies, resources and goals. Maintain a current, thorough knowledge of community resources and utilize them to provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to clients. Assist clients with becoming involved in daily activities, scheduling and attending appointments, budgeting, socialization, health maintenance, sense of community, and progress in recovery. Work cooperatively and cohesively with other clients of the staff team, including participation in weekly staff meetings and staff trainings. Education
Bachelor’s degree in field of social work, counseling, psychology, or related field. Experience
Experience in the field of mental health, human services, or public social services; experience with the chronic homeless population preferred. Familiar with DSM-V preferred. Case management experience necessary. Low Income Housing knowledge and experience preferred. Additional Requirements
Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements. Must successfully complete the Center\'s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance. Must have a good driving record and must be insurable by Center\'s insurance company. Bilingual, Spanish - preferred. We Offer
$2K for bilingual bonus Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population A team-oriented work environment Training opportunities Excellent compensation and benefits Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement Career Development Professional licensure assistance within two years You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Mental Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at San Fernando Valley Community Mental Health Center by 2x Get notified about new Mental Health Counselor jobs in
Los Angeles, CA . Inglewood, CA $80,000.00-$85,000.00 1 month ago Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $10,000.00-$83,410.00 1 year ago Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Therapist Glendale, CA $80,000.00-$115,000.00 21 hours ago Remote Psychotherapist (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPCC) Therapist I, Mental Health Services (46406) Outpatient Mental Health Therapist (Pre-Licensed) Los Angeles, CA $69,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month ago Mental Health Counselor I - Diversion 50 Mental Health Clinician II - Macdonald Carey Clinical Therapist - Access and Wellness Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $10,000.00-$83,410.00 1 year ago Adjunct Faculty, VN Mental Health - Instructor AMFT or PsyD Associate (unlicensed) therapist position We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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