Qualified Mental Health Specialist

Job Summary:

The Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) is a school-based specialist that works primarily out of one or more of our partner school locations by providing Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST) and and Therapeutic Behavioral Support (TBS) services that address the individualized mental health needs of clients. This role requires knowledge of child development, mental health issues, along with proficiency in delivering evidence-based mental health interventions both in a school setting and outside of school settings as needed particularly during academic break periods such as summer, spring, and holidays. 

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Provide initial and ongoing assessment of client needs that includes evaluation and monitoring of the social and emotional learning and mental health needs of intended students and families.
• Effectively implements interventions identified in the strengths-based individualized treatment plan.
• Partners with school staff and personnel that provide support and guidance to establish appropriate referral processes for mental health services; Works as a member of a designated school-based team(s) to implement school-based mental health services; Attends relevant school meetings to provide consultation and support to students, caregivers, school staff and administrators.
• Assist school-based clients in restoration of social and interpersonal skills through rehabilitation and support to increase community tenure, enhance relationships, establish support networks, increase community awareness, develop coping strategies, and promote effective functioning in the individual’s social environment including home, school or work.
• Collaborates and coordinates care with designated social service providers, medical providers, family members, school staff and other Red Oak Behavioral Health employees according to the client's strengths-based individual treatment plan.
• Develop and utilize evidence-based interventions to address mental health and behavioral needs; Assists with accessing natural support systems in the community and provides linkage to resources.
• Meets with assigned Supervisor/Manager for weekly supervision; Participates in ongoing training as required by state, local and organization standards.
• Possess the ability to establish rapport and maintain working relationships with school personnel and co-workers. 
• Adheres to and supports the mission, vision, and values of Red Oak; meets or exceeds designated service delivery expectations.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology) or non-related Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 3 years relevant/related experience
• A valid Ohio Driver’s License and a safe/operable automobile
• Proof of liability auto insurance coverage that meets the state minimum
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

 Relevant Skills

• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Ability to write and or type routine reports and correspondence.