Qualified Mental Health Specialist

About the role

Provide one-on-one and group-based behavioral health services.
Deliver skill-building, role-playing, social communication, and problem-solving interventions.
Support clients in real-life community settings including schools, homes, probation and reentry programs.
Collaborate with external stakeholders such as school deans, case managers, and probation officers.
Participate in treatment team meetings and follow clinical service plans.
Submit timely progress notes and discharge summaries.
Maintain a maximum caseload of 25 clients.
Attend supervision and team meetings regularly.

Responsibilities

• Teach teaching of alternative strategies, role-playing, behavioral rehearsal, skill acquisition in the community, practicing skills in the community, exposure to social situations in which age-appropriate skills can be practiced, enhancing conflict resolution skills, developing communication skills

Requirements

No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training
Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
Reliable transportation and active auto insurance required

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Skills

Probation & Justice-Involved Expertise: Strong understanding of probation systems, court-mandated treatment, and the needs of justice-involved individuals.
Leadership & Supervision: Demonstrated experience supervising and developing clinical staff in behavioral health or justice-involved settings.
Clinical Excellence: Proficiency in assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
System Navigation: Ability to collaborate with probation officers, courts, and community resources including housing, employment, and social services.
Cultural Responsiveness: Commitment to culturally informed care, particularly for justice-impacted communities of color.
Crisis Management: Skilled in de-escalation, safety planning, and managing high-risk or court-involved client situations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.
A supportive and dynamic work environment committed to social impact.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Flexible scheduling; ability to build your own caseload
Invoicing-based pay structure/Fee-for-Service