Care Coordinator II

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We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families. Stars Behavioral Health Group (SBHG) currently employs approximately 1,500 people at 37 different sites throughout California in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Fresno, Central Valley, Stanislaus, Santa Clara, Alameda, and Sacramento counties. We serve more than 25,000 children, youth and families annually throughout the state.

Our experienced staff of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Specialists, Parent Partners and other therapists/counselors provide case management, mental health care and a range of support services in schools, homes or other community settings.  Our dedicated teams work collaboratively and in partnership with family members, school administrators and faculty, county social workers, case managers, probation officers and other agencies.

JOB SUMMARY: This position has primary responsibility for wraparound services, including engagement, assessment, Child and Family Team formation and implementation, development of the Plan of Care and budget, and case management services to adolescents and their families.  When indicated as a need by the family, the Care Coordinator provides mental health services and other services to clients.   He/she acts as liaison with external agencies and convenes the Child and Family Team with the Child, Family Specialist and Parent Partner.  The Team may include family members, County representatives, the client, and others selected by the family.  He/she requests and coordinates the delivery of other wraparound services from Starlight Partners staff.   He/She documents services, bills for mental health services, and completes tracking and outcomes information and reports. He/She will work closely with and will be responsible for providing direction to a Child and Family Specialist.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education / Experience  

Master’s degree in child counseling, development or psychology, social services or vocational counseling or related social science field required

plus two (2) years direct service experience with seriously mentally disordered clients, at least one (1) year of which must be experience with children and adolescents.

One (1) year supervisory experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
 

License or Certification

Registration as a MFT Intern or ASW with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), or Psychological Assistant (PA) with the Board of Psychology

Valid California Driver's License
 

POTENTIAL JOB HAZARDS

Assaultive adolescents

Blood and Body Fluid Contact (Category I)
 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to physically perform Community Safety Interventions (CSI) 

Ability to physically perform CPR and basic First Aid Techniques. 

Ability to visually and audibly assess adolescent's behavior and needs.

Ability to sit for periods of 2+ hours.

Ability to travel by automobile

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assumes primary facilitative role for wraparound services for assigned families.

2. Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of the client and family to identify strengths and needs.

3. Develops, in collaboration with the Child and Family team, plans of care.

4. Facilitates Child and Family team meetings.  Organizes these meetings in collaboration with the Center Coordinator.

5. Provides mental health services, including assessment, plan development, individual and family therapy, and collateral, to clients and their families, as deemed necessary and appropriate through the assessment process and in collaboration with the Child and Family team.  Ensures appropriate documentation and billing of services.

6. Guides services provided by the Family Specialists and Parent Partners through the Child and Family team meeting process.

7. Links clients and their families to the Housing and Resource Specialist, as deemed appropriate in partnership with the Child and Family team.

8. Ensures proper follow up on all referrals made to both internal and external resources.

9. Facilitates case management services provided to clients and their families.

10. Manages the budget for each assigned family.  Determines the budget amount in collaboration with the Community Services Supervisor.

We offer: 
 

• MFTI and ACSW’s receive supervision for BBS hours
• Competitive compensation
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
• Flexible work schedule and environment
• Mileage reimbursement