Behavioral Health Specialist I- ECM
Company: Turning Point Community Programs
Location: Rohnert Park
Posted on: February 16, 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 assisting them in applying
for and receiving 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 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. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM: A
typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities
outlined above is through graduation from high school or an
accredited GED program and four (4) years of varied experience as a
provider of direct mental health services. Relevant higher
education may be substituted for up to two (2) years of experience.
OPTIMUM: Graduation from a four (4) year university or college with
a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, 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, 8:00
AM - 4:30 PM. Compensation: $24- $26 Interested? Join us at our
open interviews on Wednesdays from 2:00 - 4:00 PM, located at 10850
Gold Center Drive, Suite 325, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Keywords: Turning Point Community Programs, Petaluma , Behavioral Health Specialist I- ECM, Healthcare , Rohnert Park, California
