Qualified Mental Health Specialist

<div class="benefits"> <div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div> <ul> <li>Health insurance</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>Vision insurance</li> </ul> </div> <div class="trix-content"> <div> <strong>Position Title: QMHS (Qualified Mental Health Specialist)</strong> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Department: </strong>Operations<strong>          Reports To: </strong>VP of Programs<strong>                FLSA Status: </strong>Exempt <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time            <strong> Job Level:  </strong>6 <br><br> </div><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Job Summary</strong> <br><br> </div><div>This position oversees daily operations, monitoring students, managing staff, planning and implementing programs, ensuring student safety, and well-being. The role handles communication with parents, helps maintain facilities, and potentially manage off-site programming. <br><br> </div><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities  </strong>  <br><br> </div><ul> <li>Will oversee the daily operations of the after-school program, ensuring smooth running and adherence to policies. </li> <li>Design and implement a diverse range of camp programs and activities, ensuring they are age-appropriate and engaging. Facilitate social and emotional learning activities. </li> <li>Prioritize the safety and well-being of students and staff, enforce rules, and manage emergency response plans. Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and guardians, providing updates and addressing concerns. </li> </ul><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Qualifications  </strong>  <br><br> </div><ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field or equivalent experience as defined by state guidelines. </li> <li>Experience working with individuals with mental health diagnoses. </li> <li>Training in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, or behavioral management. </li> <li>Experience in community mental health, youth services, or case management. </li> <li>Ability to work under licensed supervision. </li> <li>Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills. </li> <li>Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if community-based). </li> <li>Ability to pass background checks and meet state compliance requirements. </li> </ul><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Working Conditions</strong> <br><br> </div><ul> <li> Field – 50–70% direct client contact; remaining time for documentation and coordination </li> <li>Regular travel, client home visits, flexibility in unpredictable settings  </li> <li>Ability to stand, walk, lift, drive, multitask, manage stress, and respond to crises  </li> <li> Ongoing oversight by licensed professionals and active team engagement </li> <li> Adapting to varied spaces, maintaining safety, and ensuring compliance with ADA documentation  </li> </ul><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>Physical Requirements</strong> <br><br> </div><ul> <li>Ability to stand, walk, and move between varied environments (schools, homes, community settings).  </li> <li> Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client visits and community-based work.  </li> <li> Occasionally lift or carry items (commonly up to 25 lbs) during program setup or client support. </li> <li> Ability to multitask, manage stress, and respond quickly to crises in unpredictable settings. </li> <li> Adequate dexterity for writing, typing, and maintaining accurate records. </li> <li> Sufficient vision and hearing to monitor safety and engage effectively with clients. </li> </ul><div> </div><div> <br><br> </div><div> <strong>EEO Statement </strong> <br><br> </div><div>Carex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.  <br><br> </div><div> <strong>ADA Compliance </strong> <br><br> </div><div>This job description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions <br><br> </div><div> <br><br> </div><div> <br><br> </div><div> </div> </div>