Behavioral Health Specialist I/ Care Coordinator
Company: Turning Point Community Programs
Location: Merced
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE Under the
general supervision of the Program Director or designee, this
position is responsible for assisting members in meeting their
expressed goals while living in the community. Additional support
in areas of medication management, housing, vocation, counseling
and advocacy will be provided as needed. 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. Maintain a caseload
of Managed Care Plan (MCP) Members Serve as Enhanced Care
Management (ECM) Point of Contact/ Lead Care Manager for the MCP
Members Work collaboratively with treatment team Oversee provision
of ECM services. Engage and conduct in-person outreach with
eligible MCP Members Accompany MCP Member to office visits, as
needed and according to MCP guidelines Extend health promotion and
self-management training Arrange transportation Connect MCP Member
to other social services and supports needed Educate MCP Members
about MCP Member benefits, including crisis services,
transportation services, etc. Distribute health promotion materials
Offer services where the MCP Member lives, seeks care, or finds
most easily accessible and within MCP guidelines Advocate on behalf
of MCP Members with health care professionals Use motivational
interviewing, trauma-informed care, and harm-reduction practices
Work with hospital staff on discharge plan Monitor treatment
adherence (including medication) Contact MCP Member to schedule
in-person visit with the contract provider MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Education, Training and Experience
Minimum qualifications include completion of a High School Degree
or equivalent and less than 2 years working in the behavioral
health or social services field. Experience should include case
management and/or system navigation including assisting individuals
with housing supports, acquiring benefits, linkage to employment or
other resources. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Valid and current First Aid/CPR certification California driver’s
license & current vehicle insurance/registration if driving; and,
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 - 5:00 pm (1hr
lunch) Compensation: $24 - $26 Interested? Join us at our open
interviews on Wednesdays from 2-4PM, located at 10850 Gold Center
Drive, Suite 325, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Keywords: Turning Point Community Programs, Watsonville , Behavioral Health Specialist I/ Care Coordinator, Healthcare , Merced, California
