Join our dedicated team as a Supervising Social Worker / Clinical Lead within the transformative CalAIM program !
You will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, providing both essential clinical expertise and managerial oversight to staff supporting eligible Medi-Cal beneficiaries experiencing homelessness and complex health needs. If you are committed to improving health outcomes and decreasing high-cost service utilization, this is your opportunity to lead and make a profound impact.
This role is a dynamic blend of leadership and direct clinical practice. You will serve as a lead overseeing and supporting a team of approximately 10-15 field-based staff.
Leadership & Oversight :
- Oversee and support a multidisciplinary team including Care Managers, Case Managers, and Community Health Workers, providing clinical expertise and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Mentor and guide staff to provide intentional case management support, helping members transition from high-intensity services to more independent, recovery-focused care.
- Contribute to team strategy to help staff move members toward obtaining and maintaining stable housing.
Direct Clinical & Therapeutic Support :
Provide therapeutic supportive services addressing members' mental health, functional, and substance use barriers to housing retention.Conduct crisis and suicide risk assessments and provide appropriate interventions, completing critical incident reporting within 24 hours.Offer crisis intervention services to enhance members' independent problem-solving, coping skills, and self-management.Support team members in conducting necessary assessments, including comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for new members.Perform follow-up with members concerning mental health and safety concerns identified by assessments or team feedback.Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or PsychologyProven managerial experience or experience leading teams in a case management or social service setting.One (1) year of experience in intensive case management with vulnerable populations, specifically in : homeless services, veteran services, mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.Required Experience & Skills :
Vast experience in housing services.Strong skills in carrying out case conferences and utilizing a holistic approach in housing retention services.Expertise in psychosocial assessments and working with members who have co-occurring or tri-morbid conditions (mental health, physical health, and substance use).Experience with field-based case management interventions delivered on the street, in shelters, or in the member's home.Familiarity with evidence-based practices, including : Housing First , Critical Time Interventions , Harm Reduction , Motivational Interviewing , and Crisis Intervention .A high level of tolerance and empathy for individuals with urgent and multiple health needs.Ability to execute and maintain confidential information according to HIPAA standards.Role Requirements
Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM.Flexibility : Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings or weekends as needed.Driving is an essential function : Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, proof of insurance