Mental Health Specialist - Outreach Services

Exempt

Driving Required

Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Outreach Services team as the Mental Health Specialist at the Long Beach office.

ABOUT PATH

Since its foundation in 4, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

ABOUT THE JOB

As part of the Outreach Services team , the Mental Health Specialist provides field-based, direct client outreach, linkage and retention services to veterans experiencing homelessness.

Position Responsibilities include :

• Perform initial comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment; develop a plan of intervention that addresses identified needs for housing, ongoing case management services, substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and coordination of needed community services.
• Collaborate with the client to develop an individualized treatment plan that addresses short- and long-term goals.
• Provide ongoing case management support to assess progress and ensure treatment plan outcomes are met or adjusted.
• Provide field-based therapeutic supportive case management services addressing mental health, functional, and substance use barriers as needed to help clients obtain and maintain housing.
• Consult with LCSW and supervisor to conduct crisis and suicide risk assessment and provide appropriate interventions, complete critical incident reporting as required per contract and PATH policies.

WHAT YOU BRING

We’re looking for candidates with :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Regardless of qualifications, candidates must :

Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire : Tuberculosis Test

Background Screening

Drug Test

DRIVING

Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must :

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.

CALIFORNIA-BASED WORK EXPECTATIONS

We are a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

PATH does not offer fully remote positions. While some roles may include a schedule that involves multiple designated worksites or approved off-site locations (e.g., hybrid schedules), this does not imply that work will be performed from home. Many positions are fully on-site with no off-site work. All work schedules are determined by the responsibilities of the role and operational requirements, and may be adjusted at any time.

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ACTION?

If this position sounds like a fit, please submit your application today. A resume is required.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.