Mental Health Consultant - Treasure Island

Equus•Treasure Island, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships. This role involves providing mental health services, consultation, and training to staff and program participants. The consultant will conduct initial and follow-up clinical assessments and mental health screenings, identify and diagnose mental health conditions, and review medical documentation to support evaluations. The position requires performing biopsychosocial evaluations, collaborating with various health staff, and preparing clinical assessment reports. The consultant will also interpret clinical findings for individualized service plans, utilize motivational interviewing techniques, and participate in team meetings to improve processes. Additionally, the role includes delivering mental health education sessions and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.

Requirements

Master's degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution.
Active, unrestricted license to practice as an independent practitioner in Puerto Rico, without supervision.
Permanent License authorized by Psychologist Examiner Board.
Puerto Rico Department of Health Registration Certification as a Psychologist
Certification under Puerto Rico Law 300
Current CPR/First Aid Certification for Healthcare Professionals
Current health certificate.
Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed independent practitioner providing assessment and treatment services to adolescents and young adults (ages 16–24).
Experience in a fast-paced, performance-driven team environment.
Effective communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
Exceptional customer engagement skills; training or experience in motivational interviewing and care management techniques.
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of laws and regulatory requirements related to program responsibilities.
Ability to use various electronic systems to carry out duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health services, consultation, and training to staff and program participants.
Conduct initial and follow-up clinical assessments and mental health screenings for referred customers and new applicants.
Identify and diagnose mental health conditions using standardized procedures.
Review medical and health-related documentation, including prior records, to support accurate evaluations.
Perform biopsychosocial evaluations and determine functional capacity outcomes; request additional assessments when necessary.
Collaborate with Case Evaluators, Physicians, and Health Staff to ensure follow-up activities are completed.
Prepare and sign clinical assessment reports as required by the Human Resources Administration (HRA) and obtain customer signatures when applicable.
Work closely with service planning teams to interpret clinical findings and inform individualized service plans.
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to gather comprehensive information during assessments.
Participate in team meetings to improve assessment processes and provide input on clinical documentation standards.
Deliver mental health education sessions to staff and students as required.
Ensure compliance with HRA policies, RWS standard operating procedures, and all applicable Puerto Rico laws and regulations.
Attend mandatory training sessions related to clinical practice and program requirements.