Qualified Mental Health Professional

Youth Advocate Programs; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs is seeking a part-time QMHP-C to deliver community-based mental health services to youth and families in Roanoke, VA. The role emphasizes strength-based, wraparound interventions in home, school, and community settings.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Human Services, is QMHP-C eligible or registered, and has clinical experience with children/adolescents. Flex scheduling and travel within Roanoke are expected; pay is $30/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field required
• Must meet Virginia QMHP-C criteria including active registration or eligibility
• At least 1 year of clinical experience with children/adolescents preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and engagement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; EHR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement individualized clinical interventions for youth and families
• Develop and deliver service plans using a wraparound model engaging caregivers
• Provide services in homes, schools, and community settings
• Collaborate with families and service providers to support treatment goals
• Maintain timely documentation per agency and regulatory requirements
• Help youth and families access community resources across domains

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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Qualified Mental Health Professional

Locations

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• Travel Required : Yes
• Rate : $30 USD per hour
• Part-Time

Description

Status:Part-Time Hourly

FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Community-Based Child and Family Counselor (QMHP-C) is responsible for providing direct clinical services to youth and their families in home, school, and community settings. This role focuses on delivering individualized, strength-based interventions using a comprehensive wraparound approach that actively engages both youth and their caregivers.

• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement individualized clinical interventions for assigned youth and families.
• Develop and deliver service plans using a strength-based, wraparound model that engages caregivers and support systems
• Provide services in community-based settings, including homes, schools, and other natural environments.
• Collaborate with families, stakeholders, and service providers to support treatment goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.
• Support youth and families in building skills and accessing resources across educational, social, and behavioral domains.

Services are delivered in the community - this is not an office-based role.

Flexible scheduling with hours that may include evenings and weekends, depending on participant needs.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field (required)
• Must meet Virginia QMHP-C criteria, including:
• At least 1 year of clinical experience working with children/adolescents, or
• Equivalent combination of education and supervised experience as defined by DBHDS
• Active QMHP-C registration or eligibility in Virginia required
• Experience providing services to children and families in a clinical or community-based setting preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and engagement skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred
• Bilingual (e.g., Spanish speaking) skills a plus
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout Roanoke, to homes, schools, and in the community.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Strong Communication Skills Intermediate

Basic Computer Skills Intermediate

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

Experience

Preferred

At least 1 year of clinical experience working with children/adolescents, orEquivalent combination of education and supervised experience as defined by DBHDS

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