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power of supporting our communities’ mental health efforts? Are you eager to be a part of a collaborative team to support adults in our community along their mental health journey? Join TMHA’s mission today!

Mission Statement:

Transitions Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services.

Organization Description

Transitions – Mental Health Association is a leading non-profit agency committed to providing comprehensive mental health services and support to individuals and families by inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities. TMHA has decades of experience with teams of compassionate staff. TMHA is a driving force in improving mental health and wellness in our communities and a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.

Position Title : REHABILITATION SPECIALIST

Program : LOMPOC FSP

Position Summary

The Lompoc FSP, will deliver trauma informed treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services to 85 clients with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, “in vivo” in regular community settings (e.g., home, apartment, job site). For all Lompoc FSP clients, functioning in major life domains presents significant personal difficulties. These domains include affordable, safe housing; meaningful daily pursuits, including employment; and satisfying interpersonal relationships. Addressing the rehabilitation needs of clients in these key domains will be the Lompoc FSP’s essential purpose. The Lompoc FSP team will include an on-site Behavioral Wellness medication provider, two medical staff, Team Leader, Lead Clinician, Office Coordinator and five Rehabilitation Specialist staff and 1 Clinical Rehabilitation staff. The foundation of the Supportive Community Services Team shall be integrated treatment, rehabilitation and support services. The Rehabilitation Specialist will have responsibility for supporting each client's recovery process, helping individuals to restore competencies and gain successes in the major areas of community living. These include: permanent, affordable housing; successful daily life pursuits, particularly regular, competitive employment; and renewed relationships

Hours/ Salary

Full-time, non-exempt position. Anticipated hiring range is $24.00-$29.00 per hour. Includes a generous individual benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, 403b retirement (with up to a 5% employer match) paid vacation/holiday time, paid sick time and a variety of helpful employee perks as well. (*Full Salary Schedule $24.00-$32.00)

To Apply

TMHA employees may submit an internal application to their supervisor. Outside applicants must complete a TMHA application on our website www.t-mha.org to be considered for interview. OR you may copy and paste this link into your browser: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/1e43d805-64eb-4f13-bba2-3b8d7afc6be0/Transitions-Mental-Health-Asso

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Participate in the completion of client-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors.), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money management) and family structure and relationships.
2. Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
3. Document all contact with clients in a timely manner. Complete program paperwork such as individual client files, evaluating and charting client progress, service plans, admission/ discharge paperwork, Medi-Cal billing, and time sheets.
4. Be responsible for learning and becoming proficient with Smart Care and Microsoft suite. Will use Microsoft teams daily as a way to log contacts with clients and communicate with the other team members.
5. Will provide group rehabilitative services as well as one on one’s with clients.
6. Will promote and support clients and their families with engaging with other TMHA programs including but not limited to the Wellness Centers, Family Services and the Central Coast Hotline.
7. Under the direction of the Team Leader provide direct rehabilitative services to clients on an individual, group, and family basis in the office and in community settings to teach behavioral symptom-management techniques to alleviate and manage symptoms not reduced by medication and to promote personal growth and development by assisting clients to adapt and cope with internal and external stresses.
8. Assist clients in learning more about substance abuse and treatment options open to them such as A.A. and other support groups. Work with clients in identifying possible precursors that could lead to alcohol or drug abuse.
9. Act as agency liaison by consulting, collaborating, and communicating with the Team Leader, Behavioral Wellness medication provider, Behavioral Wellness Outpatient clinic, , and other treatment agencies to meet client and program objectives. This duty may include coordinating referrals and/or providing information to other agencies or treatment programs.
10. The Rehabilitation Specialist will be responsible for a caseload. Provide practical help and supports, advocacy, coordination, side-by-side individualized support, problem solving, direct assistance, training, and supervision to help clients obtain the necessities of daily living including medical and dental health care; legal and advocacy services; financial support such as entitlements (e.g., SSI, Social Security Disability Insurance, veterans’ benefits) or housing subsidies (e.g., HUD Section 8); supported housing (e.g., adult foster care; paid roommates, meals brought in for those who need it); money management services (e.g., payee ships); and transportation.
11. The Rehabilitation Specialist will be on call after hours and weekends to provide crisis services by phone or in person as needed.

12. Promote, encourage and maintain trauma-informed practices in all services and activities. Practice and promote, both individually and in team meetings, TMHA’s Collaborative Communication Guidelines in order to facilitate clear, empathetic and person-centered communication.

13. All other duties as assigned.

Job Environment:

1. Moderate, physical activity and frequent driving; may include moving or lifting up to 50 lbs.

2. Involves moderate risks that require safety precautions and the risk of exposure to potentially intense situations.

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS AND 6 months of full-time experience with target population, OR AA/AS or CADAC/CPRP certification AND 2 years of full-time experience with target population, OR 4 years of full-time experience with target population. Spanish Bi-lingual/Bi-Cultural preferred. Experience with job placement and co-occurring disorders preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative work style and oral/written communication skills. Ability to handle intense situations, display good judgment and decision making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure. Able to work effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of age, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or socio-economic level. Must use reasonable precaution in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: Must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, a minimum of 2 years driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health. Attendance is an essential function of this job that requires face-to-face interaction with clients and/or other employees. Ability to work well within a team and maintain a professional, respectful attitude in the workplace. Ability to be willing to work with supervisor oversight and direction. Must comply with a TB assessment (possibly a TB test if needed to confirm a negative tuberculosis result) and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.