Behavioral Health Consultant OPS - 60932702

Civicworks; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Civicworks in Bartow, FL, is seeking a Behavioral Health Consultant OPS to provide clinical guidance within the Florida Department of Children and Families' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Program. The role supports child welfare investigators and case managers by identifying behavioral health needs and coordinating services for families involved with the child welfare system.

You will educate staff on treatment options, facilitate referrals to community resources, and work in a regional

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in behavioral health conditions.
• Ability to collaborate with investigators, case managers, and providers.
• Knowledge of community mental health resources and best practices.
• Strong communication and engagement skills with staff and families.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical guidance to investigators and case managers.
• Educate staff on treatment options.
• Facilitate referrals to community services.

Skills

Behavioral health expertise

Collaboration with child welfare

Community mental health resources

Communication and engagement

Independent judgment

Multitasking

Job description

The Behavioral Health Consultant OPS serves within the Florida Department of Children and Families' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Program, providing clinical expertise to child welfare investigators and case managers. The role focuses on identifying and supporting parents with behavioral health conditions- particularly opioid use and substance misuse disorders- by consulting with Child Protective Investigators, educating staff on treatment options, and facilitating referrals to community services. The consultant works in a regional office setting to strengthen the behavioral health network and improve outcomes for families in the child welfare system.

Key qualifications:

• Clinical expertise in behavioral health conditions, particularly substance use and opioid use disorders
• Ability to collaborate with child welfare investigators, case managers, and community service providers
• Knowledge of community mental health and substance abuse treatment resources and best practices
• Strong communication and engagement skills to educate staff and support families
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in fast-paced environment with independent judgment