Youth and Adolescent Behavioral Health Consultant

Liliʻuokalani Trust•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

The Adolescent Behavioral Health Consultant provides advanced, non-administrative clinical consultation to support high-quality, culturally responsive, trauma-informed services in a community-based setting. The role draws on a strong clinical background to mentor and support staff development, collaborate with leadership and program teams, provide case consultation and reflective supervision, support assessment and treatment planning, and help ensure documentation and data quality. The Consultant maintains close communication with the Clinical Director to promote service excellence, consistency, and continuous quality improvement. The role also provides direct clinical counseling and therapeutic support to youth, families, and groups, particularly in complex or high-need situations. The Consultant supports youth engagement and behavior regulation, contributes to a safe and supportive environment, and collaborates with frontline teammates and leadership. The position includes clinical quality assurance, staff development, service-data analysis and reporting, agency participation, and travel as needed for Trust business. Evening, weekend, and holiday hours may be required as needed.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent licensure.
At least 5 years of experience in direct clinical practice.
At least 2 years of experience in clinical supervision, consultation, or management.
Strong knowledge of social work theories, practices, and ethics.
Excellent mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records systems.
Valid driver license, clean traffic abstract, and access to a privately owned automobile with valid no-fault insurance.
TB clearance.
Strong personal fit with the organization’s non-hierarchical, no-ego, strong moral compass, intellectually honest, meritocratic culture.
Relationship-building and emotional intelligence, including being relatable, self-aware, and empathetic.
Successful track record in organizational development and change management, including influencing and supporting changing initiatives.
Ability to apply a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens, respect varied backgrounds and group differences, and work with at-risk youth.
Ability to collaborate effectively with youth, community partners, and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong written, oral, and listening communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly and invite feedback.
Understanding and appreciation of Queen Liliʻuokalani’s legacy and Hawaiian culture, and respect for Hawaiian values, history, and culture in work with the community.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement, effective communication, critical thinking, problem solving, innovation, relationship-building, teamwork, and capacity-building.
Ability to travel as needed for Trust business.

Nice To Haves

First Aid and CPR/AED Certification.
Familiarity with trauma-informed care and other specialized clinical modalities.

Responsibilities

Help create and maintain a safe, supportive environment that fosters belonging and positive identity development for participants.
Build respectful relationships with youth and families, and provide encouragement, coaching, and guidance that reinforces strengths, accountability, and healthy decision-making.
Respond calmly and respectfully to behavioral escalations, following established protocols and seeking teammate support when appropriate.
Assist with youth development programming, including group activities and other program offerings.
Provide clinical consultation to strengthen assessment, intervention, and service planning for youth and families.
Conduct regular case reviews and provide feedback to support effective services.
Promote evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
Monitor compliance with ethical standards, LT policies and procedures, documentation requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Analyze practice trends and service data, identify gaps, and elevate quality improvement recommendations to management.
Assist with training and mentoring Clinicians, Specialists, and Program teammates; provide ongoing feedback and input for performance evaluations.
Collaborate with LT teammates to develop, refine, and implement procedures, and serve as a resource for complex cases and emerging practice needs.
Analyze service data to assess quality, outcomes, and fidelity to LT standards; prepare reports, summaries, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders.
Deliver clinical counseling and therapeutic support to individuals, families, and groups addressing complex mental health, trauma, family, and psychosocial concerns.
Provide direct services in complex or high-need situations and coverage during periods of increased referrals to support continuity and timely care.
Maintain accurate and complete clinical records and documentation.
Participate in youth engagement activities as a supportive presence, consult with program teammates on engagement and behavior regulation, and share de-escalation and trauma-informed strategies.
Maintain open communication with the Director and act as a liaison between frontline teammates and the Director to promote clarity and consistency.
Accept new assignments, assist team members, learn new skills, and contribute to team and organizational results.
Communicate safety concerns to the Manager and foster a positive, supportive work environment.
Maintain active clinical licensure and required credentials.
Participate in agency-wide meetings, committees, continuing education, and professional development training as required.
Work holiday, evening, and weekend hours as needed, and travel as needed for Trust business.