Resource Specialist

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Job Title:

Resource Specialist

Division/Program:

LA County USC Crisis Residential Treatment-Valley Star

Starting Compensation:

$20.00 - $23.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Los Angeles, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

What SBHG brings to you (benefits):

• Competitive compensation

• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employees

• Generous vacation and holiday pay

• On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development

• AMFT, ACSW and APCC's receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable)

• Click here to learn more: https://www.starsinc.com/careers/employee-benefits

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) plus one (1) year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities required OR completion of a minimum of 20 hours on-the-job training as defined by regulations within one (1) year of employment (in addition to the annually required 20 hours of training).

• Bachelor's degree in social services field from an accredited college or university, preferred. AOD certification or pursuing substance use certification, preferred.

• Four (4) years' experience working in a mental/behavioral health field.

• Valid California Driver's License, required.

• First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies, including but not limited, to the American Red Cross or obtained within 90 days of employment.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

This position assists staff and consumers in determining the need for specialized services and researches the availability of specialized services. This position provides resource identification and referral and training support for all clients and families. Finds community resources to provide needed resources to clients and families. Interaction with all staff members, clients, and families, outside agencies and the public.

Division/Program Overview:

• 16-bed facilities

• Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment.

• 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization.

• Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.

• Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

Stgarcia@starsinc.com

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Grade State Range: 20.90 - 31.36 USD Hourly