Medical Case Worker I / Emergency Appointments Homelessness

Overview:
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Medical Case Worker I vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those affected by homelessness and mental health issues.
Responsibilities:

* Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary medical or psychiatric team, providing services to patients and clients in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation, residential, or health care facilities

* Interviews patients/clients, family members, and friends to obtain information about home environment, family relationships, and personality traits that may have a bearing on the patient's/client's illness, treatment, and recovery

* Assists patients/clients and family members with environmental difficulties precipitated by illness, by arranging for child care services, foster homes, or by assisting to secure homemaker or attendant care services

* Develops resources for providing equipment, supplies, prosthetic devices, braces, and appliances

* Participates in medical rounds and health, clinical, or mental health care team conferences, and shares social information and evaluations with other health care disciplines to develop the most effective treatment plan for the patient/client

* Places patients/clients who are suffering with mental or emotional disorders in board and care homes, intermediate care homes, residential facilities, private hospitals, VA hospitals, and rehabilitation facilities depending upon psychiatric report and personal interviews with patient/client

Qualifications:

* A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

* Valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

* Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and perform occasional light lifting, bending, stooping, or squatting

Benefits:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* Opportunities for professional growth and development

* A chance to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by homelessness and mental health issues

* A dynamic and supportive work environment

* A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement and paid time off benefits