Qualified Mental Health Specialist

Child Focus Inc•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

At Child Focus, the mission is to transform lives through early intervention, helping children and families overcome mental health challenges, foster healthy relationships, enhance emotional well-being, and empower youth to thrive in school and beyond. The agency is a community dedicated to changing the future for youth in Clermont County. They value collaboration, embrace new challenges, and are committed to high-quality care. This opening is for a Qualified Mental Health Specialist to work within the Clermont County community. The ideal candidate will exercise critical thinking skills, be able to work independently, and have demonstrated time management abilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Nice To Haves

No license is required but having an OCPSA, OCPS, or LSW would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group behavioral health services to youth across Clermont County, ensuring a client-centered approach that fosters active collaboration in the treatment process
Deliver services in diverse settings including schools, homes, and community locations, working closely with clients, families, and community professionals to tailor interventions that best meet the needs of each youth
Conduct prevention services aimed at identifying emerging behavioral or mental health challenges, while proactively engaging with clients and their families to create comprehensive treatment plans that involve appropriate referrals to other levels of care
Serve as a key liaison by linking clients to relevant community resources, ensuring that families have access to the support they need, and fostering strong partnerships with school staff, community organizations, and other stakeholders
Actively collaborate with schools, community-based professionals, and families to design and implement coordinated treatment strategies that promote the well-being and success of youth clients.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) + Flex Spending Account (FSA) with agency match
10 days of PTO for first-year employees + 6 days Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) starting in year one
Mileage reimbursement
Company-sponsored vehicle lease or Vehicle lease program - new vehicle provided for business and personal use with simple bi-weekly payroll deductions (fuel, maintenance and insurance included)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness program eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
403(b) with up to 6% employer match
25% discount on-site childcare
Employee wellness and engagement initiatives
Dependently Licensed Supervision
Great Work Life Balance! Employees are supported with flexible work schedules.
Growth and Advancement Opportunities. Leadership is committed to promoting from within and growing the next generation of leaders.
Personal and professional value in the work they do to support children, families and adults. Employees are highly engaged.
Free continuing education and clinical supervision for licensed employees. Child Focus financially supports employee’s professional development.