Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist

McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N.At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.The Company: McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually – including short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is H.U.M.A.N.- Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual’s stories. We strongly embrace our agency’s Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member’s and clients’ Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.The Position: We are looking for a Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist, who is willing to embrace McKinley’s mission and H.U.M.A.N values. The Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist is responsible for providing therapeutic support to the children and families receiving services. MHRS staff plays a vital role within the team including coordinating treatment and delivery of mental health services to the children and their families.Compensation And BenefitsThe pay range we’re offering is $25.00- $28.00 hourly depending (Based) on experience.Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- we offer a company defined contribution of $580/monthLife InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountPaid Time OffSick TimePaid Holidays403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%Employee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral BonusCredit Union MembershipTraining Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional GrowthQualificationsA Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience in a mental health setting as a specialist in the fields of physical restoration, social adjustment or vocational adjustment. orUp to 2 years of graduate professional education may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year to year basis orUp to 2 years of post associate arts clinical experience may be substituted for the required educational experience in addition to the requirement of four years’ experience in a mental health setting (source: Title 9, Division 1, Section 630).Google suites; Microsoft Office; general keyboarding skillsAbility to learn and use mental health software (EXYM).Must pass a pre-employment physical examinationMust have the ability to commute to various sites including off-campus and have the ability to physically restrain children if needed.DOJ, FBI, Child Abuse IndexInsurability Under Corporate Automobile InsuranceKey ResponsibilitiesDeliver mental health services within their scope of practice.In consultation with the treatment team and clinical supervisor, use independent judgment and discretion in identifying mental health needs, creating appropriate intervention strategies and self-initiating treatment interventionsConduct case consultations and assist in the client’s coordinator of careIn consultation with the treatment team and clinical supervisor, assess the effectiveness of services and change service delivery as neededProvide crisis intervention services as neededDevelop an understanding of the McKinley treatment modelCreate and facilitate group mental health activities based upon assessments of group mental health needsAdhere to mental health requirements regarding activities, structure, and documentation.Work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement mental health servicesMonitor at-risk behaviors and intervene appropriately.Communicate appropriately and professionally with all employees, children, families and other individuals.Attend all required orientation classes, training sessions, and meetings as assigned.Complete all required documentation including daily notes and rosters in a legible, professional manner consistent with the guidelines set forth by federal and state laws and regulatory agencies.Conduct all interactions with children and families with respect; mindful of treatment plans with extra attention to specialized plans.Assist in the orientation and training of new employees.Participate in the agency’s Quality Improvement plan as assigned.Other related duties as assigned.Why Should You Apply?Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s livesCompetitive paySeveral benefit optionsEmployee tuition reimbursementGreat training for staffJoin McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.