Behavioral Health Consultant – Child Welfare & Substance Use

Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance: $25,000 policy is free

Dental, vision and supplemental保险

Retirement plan options

Nine paid holidays and one Personal/Pl

Tuition waiver for public college

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to support child welfare with behavioral health needs, especially opioid misuse. You will collaborate with CPIs and dependency case managers to recognize issues and connect families to appropriate treatment and resources.

This role requires in-office presence, statewide travel, and engagement with emergency response activities as needed, contributing to improved family outcomes within the SAMH program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience treating substance use disorders.
• Florida license in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, family and marriage therapy or registered intern (LMHC/ LCSW/ LMFT/ MCAP/ Licensed Psychologist also acceptable).
• Knowledge of child welfare and behavioral health systems and parenting impact.

Responsibilities

• Consult with CPI and case managers to identify behavioral health disorders and improve access to treatment and resources.
• Provide in-field and office-based consultation during investigations and support family engagement.
• Collaborate with behavioral health providers and ME to coordinate referrals and care options.
• Track and document cases, staffings, joint visits, and consultations as directed.
• Participate in legal proceedings, multidisciplinary meetings, and family staffings to support outcomes.
• Offer expertise in substance-exposed newborns and maternal-infant care coordination.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Florida license in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, family and marriage therapy or registered intern

Job description

The Florida Department of Children and Families is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant to support child welfare with behavioral health needs, especially opioid misuse. You will collaborate with CPIs and dependency case managers to recognize issues and connect families to appropriate treatment and resources.

This role requires in-office presence, statewide travel, and engagement with emergency response activities as needed, contributing to improved family outcomes within the SAMH program.