Behavioral Health Specialist II
Company: Turning Point Community Programs
Location: Grass Valley
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE Under the
administrative supervision of the Team Leader or Program Director,
this position is responsible for providing psychosocial,
rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services for adults.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an at-will direct service
position within a program. The position is responsible for
assisting and advocating for our members in meeting their expressed
goals while living in the community. Additional support in areas of
medication management, housing, counseling, and advocacy will be
provided as needed. Minimum requirements are 0-2 years of varied
mental health experience; preferred requirements are 4 years of
experience and a Bachelor's degree. Positions range between the
two. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the
various types of work that could be performed. The omission of
specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment
to this class. In the absence of the Program Director or designee,
provides leadership and direction for clients as assigned.
Advocates for clients in all areas of treatment and helps them
apply for and receive services; empowers clients in meeting their
goals. Advocates for and assists clients and their families in
accessing and receiving mental health treatment, medical care,
housing, food, and clothing as indicated. Supports individual
service plans for each client. Maintains all client records and
completes required documentation and data entry according to
program standards, including progress notes, activity reports, and
logs etc. Meets regularly with clients at Turning Point sites or in
the field, at job sites, homes, board and care facilities, skilled
nursing facilities, and other appropriate sites. Consults with or
meets regularly with the client’s family, care provider, or other
significant persons with the client’s consent. Coaches clients in
developing age-appropriate social skills, money management,
personal hygiene, and job readiness. Assists in establishing the
client’s eligibility for Medi-Cal or other benefits and advocates
for continuation of benefits when appropriate. Develops financial
management plans for clients who receive Representative Payee
Services and authorizes appropriate expenditures. Interacts
productively within the team to provide holistic case management
services to an identified group of clients. Provides “on-the-spot”
counseling that is both helpful to the clients and consistent with
the philosophy of the program. Drives on program business using
personal vehicle for medication outreach, home visits, transporting
clients to appointments/activities, community/county
meetings/trainings, and MH court. Attends to the safety, health,
and well-being of clients. Completes paperwork as assigned
promptly. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES
Education, Training, and Experience: A typical way of obtaining the
knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is through
graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s
degree in Social Work or related field and four 4 years of varied
experience as a provider of direct mental health services or
meeting other Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
qualifications. LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
California driver’s license & current vehicle
insurance/registration. Reliable means of transportation capable of
passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old,
excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport, inclusive of
bicycles, mopeds, and motorcycles. Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30
AM - 5:00 PM. On-call after-hours support rotation is also
required. Compensation: $24 - $26.50 an hour. Interested? Join us
at our open interviews on Wednesdays from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM,
located at 10850 Gold Center Drive, Suite 325, Rancho Cordova, CA
95670
Keywords: Turning Point Community Programs, Modesto , Behavioral Health Specialist II, Healthcare , Grass Valley, California
