Behavioral Health Paraprofessional for Gwinnett/Rockdale County

Georgia Families in Transition•Lawrenceville, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Paraprofessional provides in-home individual and family mental health skill-building and case management services using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches. This role serves children, adolescents, and adults within Gwinnett and Rockdale Counties.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a human services-related discipline.
At least 2 years of relevant experience required.
Experience with BIRP notes documentation and electronic health record systems.
Must be able to pass a DBHDD background check (required prior to providing any services to clients).
Completion of state-mandated trainings within the first 30 days of hire: Relias, CSSRS, CPR/First Aid, CPI.
Willingness to learn new documentation and case management skills.
Receptive to feedback and constructive criticism.
Must be flexible to work after-school hours and weekends to accommodate client needs.
Willingness to travel within Gwinnett/Rockdale County and up to 1 hour to surrounding areas to meet with clients.

Nice To Haves

Past experience with Notenetic (Electronic Health Record System) preferred, but not required.
Bilingual skills advantageous
Experience in substance abuse treatment or CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) certification is a plus
Familiarity with Medicaid/CMO compliance requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing individual/family mental health skill building services using evidence based and trauma informed approaches of care.
Commitment to providing consistent, ongoing services to clients.
Participate in coordination of care with a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
Attend monthly supervision with clinical director.
Meet or exceed agency-required productivity and documentation standards, including BIRP notes.
Maintain flexibility to work after-school hours and weekends to accommodate client needs.
Be flexible to meet the scheduling needs of the parent/guardian.
Travel to client homes and community locations, with willingness to commute up to 1 hour for client sessions as required.
As a full-time role, clinicians are expected to maintain a minimum of 25 billable hours per week.
Full-time caseloads typically range between 13 to 24 clients, depending on service intensity and clinical needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.