Behavioral Health Consultant
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Bartow • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per year
About the role
- Provide clinical expertise within the child welfare system, supporting the identification, engagement, and service resources of parents/caregivers with behavioral health needs—particularly those involving substance use disorders, with a concentrated focus on opioid misuse.
- Work directly with Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) and dependency case managers to enhance recognition of behavioral health concerns, improve family engagement, and ensure timely access to appropriate treatment and support services.
- Actively 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.
- Participate in joint visits with CPIs, modeling effective family engagement techniques, and offering guidance on best practices for working with families affected by behavioral health issues, particularly opioid misuse.
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 & Tools
substance use disorders treatmentbehavioral health assessmentfamily engagement techniquesclinical expertiseparenting behavior analysis
Soft Skills
relationship buildingcommunicationeducation and trainingguidancecollaboration
Certifications
Florida license in psychologyFlorida license in social workFlorida license in mental health counselingFlorida license in family and marriage therapyCertified Addiction Professional