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Mental Health Patients' Rights Advocate - San Mateo County
Location:
Redwood City, CA
Description:
MENTAL HEALTH PATIENTS' RIGHTS ADVOCATE Does the idea of protecting the rights of individuals receiving mental health treatment in San Mateo County interest you? Turn this interest into a career as a San Mateo Patients' Rights Advocate We offer: Competitive Salary Eligible for first pay increase after successful completion of 3-month introductory period 4.5% Bilingual Pay Differential for proficiency in an San Mateo County threshold language 100% paid medical and dental for the employee Generous time off benefits: 14 paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Years Vacation leave of 2 weeks per year, increases to 4 weeks by year four of employment Paid lunch break Reimbursement for work travel Paid volunteer time-off Supportive and collaborative work environment Tuition reimbursement On the job training The Mental Health Association of Alameda County (MHAAC) is a well-established non-profit organization with long term staff that assists and advocates for people with mental illness and their family members through programs including the Family Education and Resource Center, the Family Partnership Program and Patients' Rights Advocacy. Together, these programs assist thousands of people with serious mental illness and their family members every year. We envision a world without stigma where people with mental health challenges and their family members are free to live their best lives. MHAAC's current budget is around $5 million. PATIENTS' RIGHTS ADVOCACY PROGRAM The Patients' Rights Advocacy Program of Alameda County (PRA) works to ensure that people with mental illness receive quality treatment from facilities and providers of mental health treatment and in compliance with the codes and regulations governing their treatment.The Patients' Rights Advocate for San Mateo County reports to the Patients' Rights Program Director. Patients' Rights Advocates carry out the duties of a County Patients' Rights Advocate as defined in statute beginning with W&I Code, ยง5520. The person serving in this position is responsible for protecting the rights of individuals receiving mental health treatment in San Mateo County by informing patients about their rights; responding to complaints; conducting investigations; monitoring facilities for statutory compliance with laws governing mental health treatment and and patients' rights; providing hearing representation; and by educating mental health staff members. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide legal representation to patients/residents residing in LPS-designated facilities in certification review hearings (for people facing up to 14 days involuntary detention) and in capacity hearings (for those facing involuntary treatment with psychotropic medications) Conducts interviews in preparation for hearings Educates patients/residents about their rights and the hearing process Ensure due process for individuals subject to involuntary detention and treatment Investigate allegations of rights violations, including possible abuse or neglect Provides support to adolescents in the Independent Clinical Review process Respond to complaints received by mental health consumers/facility residents, family members and concerned individuals Monitor facilities, services, and programs for compliance with patients' rights statutes and regulations governing mental health treatment Completes thorough and timely documentation of all assigned hearings Responds to inquiries regarding patients' rights and laws and procedures on voluntary and involuntary mental health treatment MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possess a high school diploma, or equivalency certificate One year experience (paid position, volunteer, or lived experience as a caregiver) in mental health or related social services - or six months work/volunteer experience delivering advocacy services to people with serious mental illness Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 - Outlook (email) and Word (documents) Ability to work professionally and effectively with people with mental illness and to champion patients' ability to be self-determining Ability to conduct efficient informal investigations by quickly determining the relevant facts Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and follow MHAAC guidelines regarding document transport and storage Must be able to provide proof of full Covid-19 vaccination and proof of booster shots, if eligible Must be able to pass background check including review of State and Federal exclusion lists and livescan fingerprinting Possess a valid California driver's license, motor vehicle available for daily use, required auto insurance and have an acceptable driving record, as determined by MHAAC's insurance broker (Position requires local travel up to 300 miles per month.) Excellent verbal and written communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree Prior work as a Patients' Rights Advocate and/or Certification Review Hearing Representative Knowledge of California mental health law - especially provisions governing involuntary treatment Experience representing clients at non-judicial hearings (e.g. Social Security Disability Appeals hearings) Familiarity with mental health service system in San Mateo County Bilingual - English plus one of San Mateo County's threshold languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, or Tagalog Experience delivering services using video-based platforms such as Zoom HOURS OF WORK: Flexible Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm, including paid lunch break LOCATION: This position will be based in Redwood City, CA. Advocates may travel locally up to 300 miles per month. SALARY: $24.04 per hour (approximately $50,000 annually). Employee benefits include generous vacation, sick leave, and health/dental insurance for employees. Required travel for meetings is reimbursed at the federal reimbursement rate The Mental Health Association of Alameda County is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We are also committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us and describe the specific accommodation. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.04 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday COVID-19 considerations: Proof of Covid-19 vaccination and booster shots required. Hybrid work schedules available after successful completion of 3-month introductory period. Air purifiers. Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Work Location: One location Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Mental Health Assn Of Alameda County
Industry:
Community & Social Services
Posted:
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