Behavioral Health Consultant
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Sarasota • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per year
About the role
- Consult and collaborate with CPI and dependency case managers to help frontline staff identify behavioral health disorders particularly substance use disorders
- Build relationships with investigative staff within co-located offices, providing regular education on behavioral health indicators, the effects of behavioral health conditions on parenting behavior, and engagement strategies
- Provide both in-field and office-based consultation during the pre- and post-commencement phases of child protection investigations
- Track and document all cases where the BHC provides support to child welfare staff
- Participate in legal proceedings, multidisciplinary meetings, and family navigation staffings to support case progression and improve outcomes for children and families
Requirements
- Florida license in the areas of psychology, social work, mental health counseling, family and marriage therapy or registered intern, or master’s level Certified Addiction Professional
- A minimum of three years of experience treating substance use disorders
- Working knowledge of the child welfare and behavioral health systems and knowledge related to the impact of behavioral health conditions on parenting capacity
- Knowledge/understanding of the impact of substance use disorders and mental health conditions on parenting ability and child safety
- Valid Driver License
Benefits
- State Group Insurance coverage options (for OPS employees who are reasonably expected to work 30 hours or more per week on average), including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
- Savings & Spending Accounts
- 401 (a) FICA Alternative Plan administered through VALIC
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
substance use disorders treatmentbehavioral health consultationcase documentationchild protection investigationsfamily navigationmultidisciplinary meeting participation
Soft skills
relationship buildingcollaborationeducationengagement strategiescommunication
Certifications
Certified Addiction Professionalmaster’s level certification in psychologysocial workmental health counselingfamily and marriage therapy