***An Amador County Employment Application is required***

POSITION: Personal Services Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Amador County Behavioral Health
RATE OF PAY: $24.26-$29.49/hour PLUS benefits

DEADLINE: November 30th, 2023 11:59PM

Definition: Under direct supervision, provides consumer-centered behavioral health services for mental, emotional, and co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse and chemical dependency disorders, including pre-crisis, evaluation, crisis intervention, group and individual education, and case management, advocacy, linkage and other services to Behavioral Health consumers, family members and caregivers; prepares reports and maintains confidentiality related to consumer services; and performs other duties as required. May be required to provide 24-7 crisis coverage, including 24/7 mobile crisis.

Examples of Duties:

• Serves as a team member in developing and modifying treatment plans; implements treatment plans and reports progress to recovery team.
• Provides case management to the target populations identified by the Behavioral Health Department under the supervision of a manager, team leader or experienced case manager. May provide supportive services, money management, housing linkage and/or other related services.
• Arranges for and may provide transportation for clients.
• Provides risk assessments, basic crisis intervention, and support in groups as well as on an individual basis.
• Completes all evaluation and clinical documentation in a timely and prescribed manner.
• Participates in behavioral health education programs, conferences and community programs and attends training conferences relevant to current behavioral health problems; and performs other duties as required.
• May be asked to respond to 24-7 crisis coverage, including mobile crisis.
• Performs related duties as assigned which may include but is not limited to preparing correspondence and reports, copying and filing documents, answering telephone, ordering supplies and materials, entering computer data, maintaining logs and lists, sending and receiving faxes, processing mail, etc.

Knowledge of:

• General principles, procedures, techniques, and trends for the support , recovery, and guidance of individuals, groups, and families in behavioral health programs
• State, Federal, and local laws, regulations, and requirements for the provision of behavioral health services and programs
• Basic community resources and linkage to these resources

Ability to:

• Work in a team environment and share information verbally and in written reports.
• Perform problem identification and problem solving.
• Maintain composure and awareness during crisis interventions.
• Develop and maintain confidence and cooperation of emotionally disturbed and chemically dependent patients and their families.
• Acknowledge and develop cultural competency related to individuals served.
• Prepare clear, relevant, timely and accurate reports.
• Interpret and apply complex behavioral health program rules, regulations and policies.
• Effectively represent the Behavioral Health Department in contacts with consumers, community agencies and the public.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.

Training and Experience/Licensing:

Education

Associate Degree in Human Services or a related field.

Substitution:

A current license as Psychiatric Technician may be substituted for an AA Degree;

OR

A valid Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor may be substituted for an AA Degree;

OR

A person with one or more years of experience working in the capacity of a social services aide or worker, domestic violence counselor or substance abuse counselor may be substituted for an AA Degree;

OR

Personal experiences as a consumer, family member or caregiver utilizing Behavioral Health Services in conjunction with social services work experience may be substituted for an AA Degree.

Special Requirements: The State Public Health Officer of California has issued an order on August 5, 2021 requiring all workers who provide services or work in Health Care facilities, which would be the Behavioral Health Department, to be vaccinated. Employees in this department must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination or provide a qualified Medical Reasons Exemption or Religious Exemption. Additionally, the Public Health Order of February22, 2022 requires employees in this department to have a booster dose, if eligible.

Selection Requirement: All interested applicants must fill out an Amador County employment application. Applications will be evaluated by a screening committee. The best qualified candidates will be selected for an interview.

For a Complete Job Description and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/amadorgov
and select the job posting for Personal Services Coordinator.

**Applications will only be accepted through the above website**

AMADOR COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES
810 Court Street, Jackson, CA 95642

(209) 223-6456 . Fax: (209) 223-6426 www.amadorgov.org

Amador County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.26 - $29.49 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person