QMHP/Clinical Support Specialist

CK Family Services•Mesquite, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The QMHP/Clinical Support Specialist is part of CK Behavioral Health and reports to the Behavioral Health Supervisor. The position works directly with children, youth, and their parents or caregivers, using nationally recognized, evidence-based and research-supported practices to promote well-being and positive outcomes. Program leadership provides training and ongoing coaching to help Clinical Support Specialists become certified as Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP). The role also involves completing documentation and following established protocols, policies, and procedures accurately. Services are provided in person at the location specified in the job ad. CK Behavioral Health serves children, youth, and their parents or caregivers, including people with current or past involvement in the Texas foster care system and Medicaid-covered clients without a foster care affiliation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field specified in the Texas Administrative Code for QMHP qualifications.
Basic therapeutic skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational skills.
Experience and training working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
Experience and training working with children with severe emotional disturbances.
Experience and training delivering services based on curriculum.
Self-discipline, thoroughness, coordination, and attention to accuracy.

Responsibilities

Work directly with children, youth, and their parents or caregivers.
Use evidence-based and research-supported practices to increase well-being and promote positive outcomes.
Complete documentation accurately.
Adhere to established protocols, policies, and procedures.
Participate in training and ongoing coaching toward QMHP certification.