Trauma-Informed QMHP — Field-Based Mental Health Specialist

GRO Community; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

GRO Community in Chicago seeks a qualified QMHP to provide structured mental health support for male clients aged 5 and up, with emphasis on probation-involved individuals. Masters-level professionals deliver one-on-one and group services in community settings.

You will collaborate with school deans, case managers, and probation officers, manage up to 25 clients, participate in treatment planning, and complete progress notes. GRO offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
• Reliable transportation and active auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group-based behavioral health services.
• Deliver skill-building, role-playing, social communication, and problem-solving interventions.
• Support clients in real-life community settings including schools, homes, probation and reentry programs.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders such as school deans, case managers, and probation officers.
• Submit timely progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Maintain a maximum caseload of 25 clients.
• Attend supervision and team meetings regularly.
• Teaching of alternative strategies, role-playing, behavioral rehearsal, skill acquisition in the community.
• Complete monthly professional and personal development training assigned by GRO.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Caseload management

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

GRO Community in Chicago seeks a qualified QMHP to provide structured mental health support for male clients aged 5 and up, with emphasis on probation-involved individuals. Masters-level professionals deliver one-on-one and group services in community settings.

You will collaborate with school deans, case managers, and probation officers, manage up to 25 clients, participate in treatment planning, and complete progress notes. GRO offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.