Mental Health Specialist FT/PT

The Village Life Center Texas; Turnerville (LA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Travel Stipend for full-time positions

Supportive clinical supervision

Professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A growing mental health agency in Louisiana is seeking passionate Mental Health Specialists to provide evidence-based interventions for clients in various environments. Responsibilities include delivering rehabilitation services, providing psychosocial support, and collaborating with teams to ensure personalized care. Candidates should have a degree in psychology or a related field, along with experience in behavioral health. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $22-25 per hour, flexible schedules, and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral/mental health (work, internship, or coursework).
• Professional and organized, committed to HIPAA compliance.
• Reliable transportation, active vehicle insurance, cell phone, and personal computer access.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Mental Health Rehabilitation Services.
• Provide Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services.
• Assist clients in managing triggers and building support networks.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and supervise treatment plans.
• Document services clearly and accurately.
• Attend weekly team meetings and trainings.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Crisis intervention

Client-centered approach

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in psychology, counseling, social work, or sociology

Job description

Overview

The Village Life Center (TVLC) is a growing, mission-driven agency serving children, adolescents, and adults in and around Baton Rouge and Plaquemine, LA. We are seeking passionate and motivated Mental Health Specialists (MHS) to join our team.

At TVLC, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of clients through evidence-based, client-centered, and family-centered interventions. Services are delivered in-home, in-school, in-community giving you the flexibility to meet clients where they are.

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive, team-oriented environment where your hard work, creativity, and solution-focused approach are recognized and celebrated.

What We Offer

• Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive pay:
  • $22-25 for Mental Health Specialists (MHS).
  • Travel Stipend for full-time positions.
• Flexible schedule (weekday and weekend options).
• Supportive clinical supervision and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative team culture with weekly consultation and training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Mental Health Rehabilitation Services.
• Provide Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services to help clients build daily living skills, social/interpersonal skills, and coping strategies.
• Assist clients in identifying and managing triggers, improving self-management, and building support networks.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed, following agency policy and clinical standards.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, supervisors, and families to align services with each client’s individualized treatment plan.
• Maintain organized caseloads and meet productivity expectations.
• Document services clearly and accurately in accordance with agency and clinical standards.
• Attend weekly team meetings, trainings, and clinical supervision sessions.

Qualifications

Mental Health Specialist (MHS):

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or sociology.
• Experience in behavioral/mental health (work, internship, or coursework).

Additional Requirements

• Professional, organized, and committed to HIPAA compliance and client safety.
• Flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends as needed).
• Reliable transportation, active vehicle insurance, cell phone, and personal computer access.
• Must pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and TB test.