Behavioral Health Specialist, Bilingual

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Operations and reporting to the Team Supervisor, The Behavioral Health Specialist participates in the clinical team by providing care and care coordination to individuals with mental health needs. Provides integrated care by ensuring that whole person health needs are met, including primary and behavioral healthcare, as well as substance abuse services. Works collaboratively with other team members. Uses care coordination skills with individuals, their families, and both internal and external providers to ensure seamless care. Links client to health promotion and wellness activities and helps to make linkages to community services. Maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients on his/her team in meeting the biopsychosocial needs of the client. JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: ◦ Housing/Neighborhood/Environmental needs ◦ Social Supports/Community and Peer needs ◦ Economic needs ◦ Education and Vocational needs ◦ completion of clinical records, forms and reports ◦ completion and posting of progress notes within 24 hours of service (Policy P207.00) ◦ completion of daily tracking log - Provides community psychiatric support and care...