What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Mental Health Professional position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Status: Full-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: The Qualified Mental Health Professional – Community Services (QMHP-CS) is responsible for providing Targeted Case Management and Rehabilitative Services to youth with serious emotional disturbances and their families.
- Services may be provided in the participant’s home or appropriate community setting.
- The QMHP-CS will deliver case management and skills-based interventions targeted increasing the youth’s natural supports and strengths, fostering resilience and recovery.
- The QMHP-CS is responsible for accurately documenting services, attending Wraparound Team meetings as needed, and communicating participant progress to supervisors, team members, and the referring authority.
- All services are delivered in compliance with the Texas Medicaid Provider Procedures Manual, the Texas Resilience and Recovery Utilization Management Guidelines, YAP standards, and all state and federal regulations governing the delivery of service.
- Position has flexible work hours and is an opportunity to provide behavioral health services to families within their communities.
- Primarily teaching skills and providing case management services.
Starting Salary: $44,334
Qualifications/ Requirements: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a human services related fields, as defined by Texas Administrative Code.
- Valid state licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.) as a mental health professional a plus
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches for various mental health conditions.
- Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude towards clients.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Experience in the provision of home and community-based services.
- CPR/First Aid Certification. Behavior Management (MANDT) Certification
Bi-Lingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
Benefits Available:
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- UNUM Supplement Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off.
- Holiday Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Direct Deposit
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Salary : $44,334
