Mental Health Counselor II

The Mental Health Counselor provides a range of services as a part of the treatment team serving young adults and families
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Mental Health Counselor provides screening, assists with linkage to community resources, conducts case management needs assessments, provides outreach to the community and provides interpretation and translation as needed. JOB ID

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Screening for clients who may qualify for Transitional Youth Services

Provide Individual and Group Rehabilitation Services to clients in collaboration with the primary therapist
Services to be provided in the clinic and in the field (including home, school, and other community settings).

Link families with community resources and act as liaison with community providers of services

Conduct Case Management Needs Assessments during the initial intake process.

Maintain required minimum productivity requirements consistently.

Complete all documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and by required deadlines in compliance with all DMH and Center requirements.

Assist in Community Outreach and Education activities

Provide interpretation and translation services
Assist in overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers and in obtaining culturally appropriate services.

Attend Staff Meetings weekly and come prepared to regular Supervision/Consultation meetings with Program Manager.

Perform other duties as assigned.