Job Description

The Behavioral Health Specialist works with the Social Work team and reports to the Social Work Manager. Following the PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) care model, this role is part of a clinical interdisciplinary team advocating for each participant’s behavioral health needs. The Behavioral Health Specialist manages a caseload of participants, providing therapy and maintaining proper documentation.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct behavioral health assessments to determine participants' needs, preferences, and goals
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop specific goals and interventions
• Deliver and document behavioral health interventions, including symptom management, counseling, crisis intervention, and care transitions
• Facilitate individual and group therapies, such as art and music therapy, psychosocial drama, and counseling
• Provide training on behavioral health symptoms and interventions to staff

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health (MSW) or Doctorate in Psychology (PhD)
• Licensed by CA Board of Behavioral Sciences as an LCSW or by the CA Board of Psychologists as a Psychologist
• Minimum of five (5) years of behavioral health experience in therapy, assessments, and care planning
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with a frail or elderly population

Benefits:

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Work/life balance with 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays, and sick time
• Advancement opportunities with a track record of internal promotions
• Additional benefits
• USD $99,309 to $119,171

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