BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT

About the role

This position will require acting as the subject matter expert in court. As a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) at Aspire Health Partners, your primary responsibility is to provide clinical expertise, as subject matter experts, and assist with the identification of parents with behavioral health conditions in the child welfare system and how it will impact child safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide the initial screening and assessment to identify behavioral health needs
• Link clients to appropriate treatment providers
• Coordinate services to support ongoing engagement in treatment and joint responses with Child Welfare Professionals
• Collaborate with child welfare professionals and treatment providers to ensure families remain engaged and supported in their recovery journey
• Work to prevent unnecessary out-of-home placements by offering comprehensive case management, removing barriers to treatment, and ensuring that services are provided in accordance with ethical standards and agency procedures
• Participate in ongoing data reporting, quality improvement efforts, and attend relevant meetings to contribute to the development of effective interventions for family safety and well-being
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct while adhering to agency policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1yr experience working Substance Misuse and Mental Health population and making clinical recommendations
• Working knowledge of community mental health and substance use providers and best practices for engagement and treatment
• Knowledge of the child welfare and behavioral health systems preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of the impact of mental health conditions and substance use disorders on parenting ability and child safety
• Strong documentation, communication, and critical thinking skills required
• Level II Background clearance
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Registration driver's license record in accordance with the underwriting guidelines set by Aspire insurance company as described in the AHP Corporate Transportation Policy 3.9.1
• Master Degree in a human services field

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & Supplemental Insurance, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (2.5 weeks your first year, up to 6 weeks at 14+ years)
• Paid Diversity & Floating Holidays (2)
• Paid Holidays (6)
• 403(b) 50% employer match up to 10% (3-year vesting cliff)
• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Hotel, Car Rental/Purchase
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• HRSA Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Will preparation
• Funeral Planning
• Concierge Services & Travel Assistance

Pay & Schedule

Pay Rate: $21.63. Remote work not available. Most positions require driving. Must be over the age of 21 with a clean driving record to be added to the company insurance.