You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Bilingual Mental Health Clinician to work with underserved populations using a mobile mental health van. The role involves outreach, wellness check-ins, crisis intervention, safety planning, solution-based therapy, referrals, and community event participation. The goal is to assess mental health status and ensure safety while providing mental health education and support.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Engage with underserved populations, such as homeless individuals, farm workers, and those in remote areas.
- Conduct consultations and interventions within a mobile van setting, ensuring privacy as needed.
- Perform wellness check-ins and assess mental health status to ensure client safety.
- Develop and implement crisis interventions and safety plans.
- Promote solution-based therapy and encourage clients to connect with supportive family or friends.
- Provide referrals to mental health/social services.
- Participate in community events and school wellness fairs to offer mental health education and family support.
- Document client interactions and services provided using smartcare.
Education
- Valid California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
- Consideration for Associate Clinical Social Workers (ACSW) or Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFT) nearing licensure.
Qualifications
- Fluency in both English and Spanish (bilingual).
- Valid California Driver's License and proof of auto insurance.
Experience
- Experience working with underserved populations, including the homeless.
- Comfortable working in a mobile, community-based setting.
Skills
- Compassionate and empathetic with a strong commitment to serving vulnerable populations.
Schedule / Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Availability on weekends for events is required; a weekday off is provided if a weekend shift is worked.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
