QMHP/Clinical Support Specialist

CK Family Services; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Vacation time

Personal time

Company holidays

Job summary

CK Family Services in Plano, Texas, seeks a QMHP/Clinical Support Specialist to work with children, youth, and families in person. The role supports behavioral health initiatives within CK Behavioral Health, under supervision, and involves direct client contact and documentation according to protocol.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, with strong verbal and written communication skills, and experience with severe mental illness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work required.
• Experience with individuals with severe mental illness or emotional disturbances preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with good organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with children, youth, and parents using evidence-based and research-supported practices.
• Document services and adhere to established protocols with high accuracy.
• Work with the Behavioral Health Supervisor and participate in training to certify as QMHP.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Documentation

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work

Job description

Are you an outgoing, enthusiastic mental/behavioral health professional with a heart for helping children, youth, and their families? Join our team as a Clinical Support Specialist! We are the premiere foster care, adoption, and behavioral health organization in North and Central Texas. Maximize your ability to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families in our community while earning a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

THE POSITION:

We are seeking a self-disciplined, well-coordinated, and persuasive professional.

The position of QMHP/Clinical Support Specialist is part of a team, supervised by the Behavioral Health Supervisor in CK Behavioral Health, our behavioral health program. The position engages directly with children, youth, and their parents using nationally recognized, evidence-based and research supported practices to increase well-being and promote positive outcomes. Our program leadership provides training and ongoing coaching to certify Clinical Support Specialists as Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP).

The ideal candidate must be self-disciplined, thorough, and value getting it right. In addition to direct contact with our clients the position is responsible for documentation and adherence to predetermined protocols, policies, and procedures with a high degree of accuracy.

Successful candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelors degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field as specified in the Texas Administrative Code for QMHP qualifications. Also, candidates should possess basic therapeutic skills, verbal, and written communication skills, and organizational skills. Also, candidates should have experience and training in working with individuals with severe and persistent mental Illness, children with severe emotional disturbances, and delivery of services based on curriculum.

All services are provided in person based on the location in the posted ad.

Qualifications

THE COMPANY:

CK Family Services is the premiere foster care, adoption, and behavioral health organization in North Texas. For nearly two decades our team of professional and mission-minded individuals has moved the needle in achieving the mission, People united through God to enhance the physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of at-risk children and families. For more information regarding our work and focus visit www.ckfamilyservices.org .

THE PROGRAM:

CK Behavioral Health seeks to provide the highest level of quality mental and behavioral health services to children, youth, and their parents/caregivers. We utilize several nationally recognized, evidence-based and research supported practices to increase skills that promote well-being, enhance stability, and prevent disruption. Our clients are typically those who are in or have been in the foster care system in Texas; however, we also serve clients who do not have affiliation with foster care and who are covered by Medicaid.

WHY APPLY:

Join our team of mission focused professionals where your talents and experience will be appreciated, and you can make a real difference in our world. We offer an excellent benefits package:

Medical, Vision and Dental

401(K)

Life Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays