Mental Health Professional (Therapist) Pre-Licensed

Hawaii Behavioral Health; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bi-weekly pay

Flexible Scheduling

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Ongoing training from Psych. D. and LC

Licensure supervision included (LMHC/L

Professional and career advancement

Job summary

Hawaii Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Professional (MHP) to provide behavioral support services to families and children with severe emotional disturbances. The candidate will engage the child and family in therapeutic services, and may provide case management as appropriate.

Position is part-time with opportunities for professional development, on Maui, Oahu and the Big Island of Hawaii; benefits include medical coverage and ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in behavioral or mental health.
• Must be able to transport clients.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a larger team.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans using a person-centered, strengths-based approach.
• Address family and youth issues impacting mental health in home, school, and community.
• Document all therapeutic services in a timely manner using an electronic health records system.
• Use Outlook and Teams for communication, scheduling, and collaboration.
• Manage your own caseload and tailor services to each youth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

EHR documentation

Outlook/Teams usage

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related behavioral health field

Tools

Electronic health records system

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Hawaii Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Professional (MHP) to provide behavioral support services to families and children with severe emotional disturbances by engaging the child and family in therapeutic services, as well as case management when appropriate. MHPs will follow an evidence-based model that will help develop and build skills to help the child and family function autonomously and successfully. MHPs will empower youth to thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.

Job Type:

Part-time

Location:

Positions available across Maui, Oahu & Big Island Hawaii

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Competitive bi-weekly pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid time off
• Medical benefits
• Ongoing training from our Psych. D. and Licensed Clinical Supervisors
• Professional and career advancement to include: Possible Licensure supervision included (LMHC/LCSW)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for youth
• Work with families and youth regarding issues that impact psychological or emotional problems such as stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family situations or any other mental health issues that might be affecting the child's ability to function successfully in home, education, and community settings
• Accurately document all therapeutic services in a timely manner using an electronic health records system
• Utilize digital tools like Microsoft Outlook and Teams for communication, scheduling, and collaboration
• Manage your own caseload and tailor services to meet the specific needs of each youth
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure high-quality, coordinated care

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the behavioral or mental health field
• Must be able to transport clients
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a larger team

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proof of valid Driver’s License
• Access to reliable transportion and vehicle registration
• Proofofvalid/currentautoinsurance
• Traffic Abstract from District Court
• First Aid/CPR (HBH reimburses after 90 days of employment)
• Three (3) employment references
• Clearedcriminalbackgroundcheckandsignedstatementregardingfelony indictments/convictions
• Cleared 2-Step TBtestresults(currentwithin12monthspriortoemployment)
• Working cellular phone

ABOUT HAWAII BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:

Hawaii Behavioral Health was founded in 1993 to serve Hawaii's youth and families through behavioral, educational, and social health services. Our service has expended over the years to include paraprofessional support, behavioral health intervention, early intervention programs, psychological assessments, individual and family therapy, intensive home-based services, therapeutic foster care, and parent training. Our team of professionals remain dedicated to providing the highest quality of service for nurturing a child emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. Join our team and further our mission to improve the health and well-being of children and families in Hawaii.

Company website: www.hibh.org

Hawaii Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities. HBH staff are committed to cultural competence. Cultural competence is the ability of individuals and systems to respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, ability statuses, and faiths or religions in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the work of individuals, families, tribes, and communities, and protects and preserves the dignity of each. Cultural competence is a continuous process of learning about the differences of others and integrating their unique strengths and perspectives into our lives.

At Hawai`i Behavioral Health, we believe each child and individual has a special gift to offer, each family has its own unique strength to build upon, and each person who struggles with emotional or mental health challenges can find hope for a better life. Our legacy evolves each and every day as we work together as a team in the lives of the children, individuals, and families we serve.

"A’ohe hana nui ka alu’ia" No task is too big when done together...

OUR HISTORY:

Hawai`i Behavioral Health was created in 1993 to meet the needs of Hawaii’s children, adults, and families.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the clients we serve and their families by demonstrating excellence in delivery of social, education, and behavioral health services. Our team of dedicated staff lives our mission.

OUR VISION:

To develop a system of integrated services to meet the needs of Hawaii through innovative, culturally relevant, and best practices.

OUR VALUES:

Dedication, Excellence, Fortitude, Compassion, Individual & Family Centered, Empowerment

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