Mental Health Coordinator II / Lead Mental Health Specialist
Core
Provide leadership, coordination, and direct support to individuals with significant behavioral and mental health needs in a residential setting.
Role type
Senior IC mental health coordinator (residential services)
Builds
Residential care programs and person-centered support plans
Domain
Behavioral health / Mental health / Residential services
Required skills
De-escalation techniques, crisis intervention, person-centered support methods, counseling and assessment, conflict resolution, care plan implementation, direct care delivery, schedule management, travel support
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate services including finances, activities, program services, behavioral supports, family involvement, education/vocational services, healthcare, nutrition, and household management; Assist supervisor in maintaining consistency in programming, individual care, and communication with staff; Create and manage staff schedules; Implement and support behavior support plans, treatment plans, functional assessments, individualized support plans, and person-centered plans; Provide direct care and fulfill Behavioral Support Staff responsibilities during all direct care shifts; Use de-escalation, crisis intervention, and positive support techniques when working with individuals who have complex needs; Maintain professional and therapeutic relationships with individuals served and support teams; Travel and provide support to programs within a designated region, as assigned by the Director
Seniority
Mid-level lead (3+ years experience, 1+ year lead staff experience)