Mental Health Specialist

Mental Health Specialist - TEEMA Group, Inglewood, CA, USA

The Mental Health Specialist will be responsible for providing mental health services to individuals and families in need. The successful candidate will be a compassionate and knowledgeable professional with a passion for helping others.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver clinical case management and short-term individual therapy using a harm reduction approach.

• Offer substance abuse counseling services upon veteran request.

• Provide crisis counseling and conduct risk assessments.

• Support veteran residents in achieving program goals related to Housing Retention, Skill or Income Enhancement, Mainstream Resource Connection, Rent Payment, and Financial

• Facilitate engagement in recreational activities.

• Lead weekly group sessions. Offer community-based support, including transportation assistance in company vehicles when needed.

• Achieve all contractual and program objectives.

• Coordinate treatment with various VA providers.

• Complete all necessary program documentation within designated timeframes.

• Assist with residential tasks such as meal preparation, wellness checks, phone and door duties, and medication reminders.

• Host monthly community meetings with the Property Manager.

• Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions.

• Maintain availability for veteran emergencies outside regular hours.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree is mandatory, while a Master's in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling from an accredited institution is preferred.

• Alternatively, a Master's degree meeting the educational standards for a Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor license issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Behavioral Science Examiners is preferred, though not obligatory.

• Applicants should have two (2) years of experience delivering mental health services directly to individuals facing homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health challenges.

• A valid California Driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible work schedule

If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at DSalgado@teemagroup.com or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951. I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!