Mental Health America of Los Angeles · 2 months ago
Temporary Case Manager For Young Adult Homeless and Recovery Services
Lancaster, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $24/hr
1+ years expMental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) is a leading nonprofit agency in mental health service and advocacy. This role involves supporting young adults experiencing mental illness in their transition to adulthood, helping them achieve their quality of life goals through case management and community integration.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMental HealthPersonal Development
Responsibilities
Develop a Recovery Plan and/or Personal Service Plan with each member that identifies his/her personal needs and goals
Mediate and advocate on behalf of the member to help him/her obtain and keep housing, health care benefits, entitlements etc
Visit members in their place of residence, hospital or jail on an as-needed basis, in order to help them live successfully and to prevent them from becoming homeless
Transport members to appointments and on errands when appropriate
Oversee and monitor members’ individual and group activities both inside the program and out in the community
Provide coaching, counseling, mentoring, instruction, training, feedback and positive reinforcement for members in areas such as money management, grooming and hygiene, meal preparation, public transportation and other independent living skills
Devise and implement strategies for outreach to members who tend to isolate themselves
Knowledge of community resources, housing, social security and general relief systems and ability to navigate within these systems
Knowledgeable and practices in motivational interviewing and harm reduction
Assist members in achieving community integration and employment goals
Participate in staff and community meetings and in the day-to-day operations of the program as needed
Required to meet the monthly billing requirements of 85 hours and enter notes into the Electronic Health Record within 24 business hour period
Maintains all records and documentation needed for program compliance and accountability in accordance with MHALA standards and funding source requirements including but not limited to recovery plans, progress notes, assessments, and outcome measurements
Maintain understating of HIPAA regulations and complies with these regulations when working with members
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
One year of experience providing psychosocial rehab related services to a disabled population
Ability to provide a welcoming environment and skill in engaging new members
Must possess a high level of tolerance, patience and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple needs, issues, and problematic behavioral characteristics
Must have good basic English writing skills, good basic computer skills and be highly organized
Must have excellent communication skills
Must be able to have the ability to juggle multiple tasks without losing productivity
Must function well in a team-oriented approach to member services
Knowledgeable in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Must possess a high level of patience and tolerance for a work atmosphere that is very busy and highly unstructured
TB clearance and re-testing every year are conditions of continued employment
Must function well in a team-oriented approach to member services and fast-paced environment
Must be able to maintain an empathetic view for the dilemma of individuals in severe need and be able to juggle creatively and successfully around a variety of barriers that keep individuals from successful personal and community living
Flexible work schedule to include some evenings or weekends, and on call cell phone services when necessary
Driving with current class C driver's license, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, the ability to be insured by MHALA's liability insurance are conditions of employment
Employment verification directly from three (3) past employers within the most recent 7-year period
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a human service or related field preferred
Spanish speaking a plus, but not required
Benefits
Employee assistance program
Generous paid time off
Company
Mental Health America of Los Angeles
Mental Health America of Los Angeles offers mental health service innovation, training, and advocacy to individuals.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
UnitedHealthcare
2022-08-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Deanna Campbell
Chief Development Officer
Julia Scalise
Chief Development and Communications Officer
Recent News
2024-01-28
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