Behavioral Health Specialist I
Company: Turning Point Community Programs
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE Under the
administrative supervision of the Program Director or designee,
this at-will direct service position is responsible for providing
psychosocial, rehabilitation, and recovery-oriented services for
Turning Point members. This position also involves advocating for
members in all areas of treatment and helping them apply for and
receive services. Additional support in the areas of medication
management, resource connection (e.g., housing resources, AOD, PCP,
OP, etc.), counseling, and advocacy will be provided as needed.
Involves providing after-hours, “on-call” coverage on a rotational
basis based on program needs. 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. 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. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM: Graduation from a four (4) year
university or college with a bachelor’s degree in social work,
psychology, or a related field, and 2 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. Bachelor's Degree
and 4 years of relevant experience or, Master's Degree and 2 years
of relevant experience. Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM
to 4:30 PM. Compensation: $24.00 - $24.48 an hour. Interested? Join
us at our open interviews on Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM,
located at 10850 Gold Center Drive, Suite 325, Rancho Cordova, CA
95670
Keywords: Turning Point Community Programs, Daly City , Behavioral Health Specialist I, Healthcare , Sacramento, California
