What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Mental Health Associate position at Kids First Family Services?
Do you want a job where you can have a positive impact on a child’s life?
If so, Kids First Family Services is for you! We have an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Health Associate whose primary role is to provide support and education tailored to the needs of each client.
Kids First Family Services is a non-profit agency that provides therapeutic services to children and families who have experienced trauma. Our goal is to foster a trusted relationship with our clients, providing the security and stability that allows them to fully realize their potential. Working here means being part of an organization that is client-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, and committed to the needs of our clients.
As one of our Staff, you will provide interventions designed to Assist clients in gaining and utilizing skills such as behavior control, social skills, academic improvement, communication skills, appropriate interpersonal behavior, symptom management, and coping skills. Even though the primary population we serve is children, in this role you will also have the opportunity to work with adults.
Benefits of this position
- Paid holidays
- Competitive mileage reimbursement
- Opportunity to work with diverse populations
- Monthly supervision
- Access to a supportive learning environment
- Opportunity to work with an encouraging and positive team of professionals
Position Requirements
- Medicaid Credentialed (Preferred)
- Pass FBI background check
- Have a negative TB test
- Have reliable transportation
- Have a current Driver’s License, Registration and Insurance
- Have the ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Be able to communicate effectively
- Maintain client confidentiality
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in one of these:
-- Behavioral Science
--Child Development
--Child and Family Studies/Services
--Community Mental Health
--Counseling (mental health, vocational, rehabilitative, pastoral)
--Early Childhood Development
--Early Childhood Education
--Family Development/Relations
--Marriage and Family Therapy,
--Occupational Therapy
--Psychiatric Rehabilitation
--Psychology
--Social Work
--Sociology
--Special Education
--Speech and Language Therapy
--Therapeutic Recreation
Compensation DOE
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Reno, NV 89502: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18