Stanford Sierra Youth & Families
Family Specialist I/II, Managed Care Kaiser
Stanford Sierra Youth & Families, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Family Specialist I/II, Managed Care Kaiser
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$1,000 Hiring Bonus, Additional $1,500 Spanish Speaking Bonus
Qualifications Education & Experience Family Specialist I
Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of direct experience* working with children or families with complex needs. Preferred education emphasis in human services, counseling, guidance, social work, etc. OR
AA degree plus 6 years of direct experience* working with children or families with complex needs. Preferred education emphasis in human services, counseling, guidance, social work, etc.
Approved experience is experience that qualifies the applicant for Mental Health Rehabilitation (MHRS) status in the County Children’s Mental Health System of Care
Family Specialist II
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW license or license eligibility OR
Master’s degree in a related field AND
At least 2 years of approved experience*
Approved experience is experience that qualifies the applicant for Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) status in the County Children’s Mental Health System of Care
Essential Job Functions Position Specific
Participates in the development of individualized family plans with members of the Child and Family Team and/or treatment team
Writes clear, accurate and timely progress notes consistent with each contact/visit
Provides and documents all Medi-Cal eligible billable and non-billable services, including but not limited to assessment, plan development, group session, collateral, rehabilitation, In Home Based Services (IHBS) case management, Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) and crisis intervention within required timelines as required by the Agency, the County Children’s Behavioral Health, and/or Contract Agencies
Attends weekly staff meetings, supervision, and case management staff meetings as scheduled
Accountable for independent time management
Develops and maintains positive relationships with agency and community partners
Utilizes resources to implement behavior interventions and strategies
Forms positive, constructive relationships with children and their families
Communicates effectively with all members of the Child and Family Team and/or treatment team
Maintains positive relationships with consumers and customers
Identifies strengths, skills, and positive qualities in children and families
Identifies temporary and sustainable resources and services within family and community environments
Assists families with transitions from resources provided or funded by the formal program to resources and services provided or funded by the family and community
Participates in the Internal Utilization Review process and other peer-review mechanisms, providing feedback to colleagues, accepting feedback from colleagues, and promptly responding to recommendations
Documents the plan development process by recording and distributing minutes of CFT and/or family planning meetings and writing progress notes
Performs tasks and services as assigned in individualized plans. Tasks may include but are not limited to:
Encouraging and engaging in tasks or activities that support, or "spark," identified strengths, skills, and positive qualities in children and families
Problem-solving with children and families, including outlining alternatives and predicting consequences while supporting children and families to make good choices for themselves. Teaching specified skills to children and families
Performing day-to-day tasks that support family functioning (including transportation, meal preparation, short-term supervision, reminder calls, and other tasks)
Modeling appropriate behavior to direct families toward identified goals
Participating in healthy group dynamics within various settings including family homes, schools, parks and recreation centers, and treatment facilities
Performing other tasks identified in individualized plans
Maintains accurate and timely records
Follows all agency policies and procedures
Follows all agency, state, and federal health and safety rules and regulations
Adheres to all confidentiality requirements
Seeks out clinical information and advice as needed, accepts constructive criticism and reasonable recommendations from supervisors
Mentors new Family Support Specialists/Family Specialists
Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the families
Participates in the agency 24 hour on-call programs
Agency Specific
Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the principles and values of agency, while adhering to applicable professional codes of ethics, the agency’s policies and procedures, contractor requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Model and communicate appropriate positive attitudes toward the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Work collaboratively with all agency programs and staff to provide support as needed
Utilize and maintain calendar with all work-related details to manage time effectively and share calendar information with coworkers
Participate in on-going training to expand and develop professional skills
Perform other duties as necessary for the agency, as assigned
Employment At-Will Employment at the Agency is terminable at-will, which means that employment may be terminated at any time, without cause or reason, by either the employee or the Agency. In addition the Agency may also demote, layoff, transfer or reassign employees at any time at its sole discretion without cause or reason
Salary Range Family Specialist I: $28.00 - $40.00 Hourly DOE
Family Specialist II: $70,720 - $90,000 Annually DOE
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Non-profit Organizations
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement Check out our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement: https://www.ssyaf.org/diversity-equity-inclusion
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$1,000 Hiring Bonus, Additional $1,500 Spanish Speaking Bonus
Qualifications Education & Experience Family Specialist I
Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of direct experience* working with children or families with complex needs. Preferred education emphasis in human services, counseling, guidance, social work, etc. OR
AA degree plus 6 years of direct experience* working with children or families with complex needs. Preferred education emphasis in human services, counseling, guidance, social work, etc.
Approved experience is experience that qualifies the applicant for Mental Health Rehabilitation (MHRS) status in the County Children’s Mental Health System of Care
Family Specialist II
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW license or license eligibility OR
Master’s degree in a related field AND
At least 2 years of approved experience*
Approved experience is experience that qualifies the applicant for Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) status in the County Children’s Mental Health System of Care
Essential Job Functions Position Specific
Participates in the development of individualized family plans with members of the Child and Family Team and/or treatment team
Writes clear, accurate and timely progress notes consistent with each contact/visit
Provides and documents all Medi-Cal eligible billable and non-billable services, including but not limited to assessment, plan development, group session, collateral, rehabilitation, In Home Based Services (IHBS) case management, Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) and crisis intervention within required timelines as required by the Agency, the County Children’s Behavioral Health, and/or Contract Agencies
Attends weekly staff meetings, supervision, and case management staff meetings as scheduled
Accountable for independent time management
Develops and maintains positive relationships with agency and community partners
Utilizes resources to implement behavior interventions and strategies
Forms positive, constructive relationships with children and their families
Communicates effectively with all members of the Child and Family Team and/or treatment team
Maintains positive relationships with consumers and customers
Identifies strengths, skills, and positive qualities in children and families
Identifies temporary and sustainable resources and services within family and community environments
Assists families with transitions from resources provided or funded by the formal program to resources and services provided or funded by the family and community
Participates in the Internal Utilization Review process and other peer-review mechanisms, providing feedback to colleagues, accepting feedback from colleagues, and promptly responding to recommendations
Documents the plan development process by recording and distributing minutes of CFT and/or family planning meetings and writing progress notes
Performs tasks and services as assigned in individualized plans. Tasks may include but are not limited to:
Encouraging and engaging in tasks or activities that support, or "spark," identified strengths, skills, and positive qualities in children and families
Problem-solving with children and families, including outlining alternatives and predicting consequences while supporting children and families to make good choices for themselves. Teaching specified skills to children and families
Performing day-to-day tasks that support family functioning (including transportation, meal preparation, short-term supervision, reminder calls, and other tasks)
Modeling appropriate behavior to direct families toward identified goals
Participating in healthy group dynamics within various settings including family homes, schools, parks and recreation centers, and treatment facilities
Performing other tasks identified in individualized plans
Maintains accurate and timely records
Follows all agency policies and procedures
Follows all agency, state, and federal health and safety rules and regulations
Adheres to all confidentiality requirements
Seeks out clinical information and advice as needed, accepts constructive criticism and reasonable recommendations from supervisors
Mentors new Family Support Specialists/Family Specialists
Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the families
Participates in the agency 24 hour on-call programs
Agency Specific
Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the principles and values of agency, while adhering to applicable professional codes of ethics, the agency’s policies and procedures, contractor requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Model and communicate appropriate positive attitudes toward the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Work collaboratively with all agency programs and staff to provide support as needed
Utilize and maintain calendar with all work-related details to manage time effectively and share calendar information with coworkers
Participate in on-going training to expand and develop professional skills
Perform other duties as necessary for the agency, as assigned
Employment At-Will Employment at the Agency is terminable at-will, which means that employment may be terminated at any time, without cause or reason, by either the employee or the Agency. In addition the Agency may also demote, layoff, transfer or reassign employees at any time at its sole discretion without cause or reason
Salary Range Family Specialist I: $28.00 - $40.00 Hourly DOE
Family Specialist II: $70,720 - $90,000 Annually DOE
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Non-profit Organizations
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement Check out our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement: https://www.ssyaf.org/diversity-equity-inclusion
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