FirstWatch Float Pool Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) Dallas, Texas

Circle Internet Financial Limited; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Float Pool Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to provide vital support to children and youth within the child welfare system. This dynamic role involves engaging with families, delivering targeted interventions, and building trusting relationships to enhance well-being during transitions. With a focus on independent problem-solving and flexibility, you will travel to various locations to meet high demand needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those you serve while working in a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to mental health excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a QMHP is required.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage and support children and youth in the child welfare system.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS)

Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA)

Job description

FirstWatch Float Pool Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

About Us: At Winner's Circle Group of Texas, our mission is to empower special needs children and adults, along with their families, through innovative and effective programs. We are dedicated to providing top-quality mental health services to help individuals lead healthy, productive lives.

Position Overview: As a Float Pool Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), you will provide a range of services to engage, support, and coach parents, children, and youth within the child welfare system. This dynamic role requires flexibility, as you will rotate between multiple locations, offering support to sites experiencing high demand or in the process of being established. Your primary focus will be to build rapport with children and youth while implementing targeted interventions to enhance their well-being and stability during transitional periods.

This role requires strong independent problem-solving skills, as you will often be working autonomously in new or high-need environments. Additionally, travel will be required for assignments lasting on average between two weeks and one month within a designated region. Despite the travel demands, QMHPs are still expected to bill a minimum of 30 hours per week.

This position will report to the Float Pool Coordinator and will have a designed Home Location (Dallas or Houston) in between Float Pool Assignments).

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a representative of the WCG Team at designated locations, particularly when launching new sites or providing additional staffing support.
• Engage and collaborate with agencies, guardians, children, and youth within the child welfare system.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and youth to promote their personal growth and functional development.
• Deliver goal-directed interventions aimed at stabilizing children and youth during transitions.
• Maintain detailed, accurate progress notes, ensuring completion within 24 hours of each session.
• Provide a comprehensive handoff and transition plan to ensure continuity of care, ensuring assigned QMHPs and agencies remain fully informed.
• Demonstrate strong independent problem-solving skills, adapting to new environments, caseloads, and agency structures with minimal supervision.
• Travel within the assigned region for periods of 2 weeks to 1 month per assignment, ensuring seamless support and transition assistance.
• Maintain consistent productivity, billing 30-40 hours per week despite varying locations and travel commitments.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a QMHP.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, including:
• Social Work
• Nursing
• Rehabilitation
• Counseling
• Human Growth and Development
• Physician Assistant Studies
• Gerontology
• Special Education
• Educational Psychology
• Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Intervention
• Certification in the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) or the Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) (must be updated annually).
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve effectively in varied and sometimes challenging environments.
• Completion of a standardized training curriculum.

Licensure (if applicable)

Candidates holding the following licenses will be prioritized:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)