On-Demand Child Well-Being Behavioral Health Lead Specialist with Security Clearance - Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.

Lead Behavioral Health Specialist - On-Demand Blue Rose Consulting Group is seeking dedicated and empathetic Independently Licensed Lead Behavioral Health On-Demand Specialists to join our team. In this flexible, as-neededrole, you will provide leadership and critical behavioral health support for federal operations in San Diego, CA. This is an ONSITE position. This position is open to U.S. Citizens ONLY. In this role, you will oversee a specialized team called upon to address surges or backfill needs for ongoing operations. You will lead efforts to conduct initial assessments and mental health evaluations for unaccompanied minors, ensuring their well-being and guiding the team to provide critical support during periods of high demand. This position involves providing leadership in a fast-paced environment while supporting unaccompanied minors and collaborating with diverse clients. You will observe physical environments, monitor staff-child interactions, and identify opportunities to ensure effective care delivery. Your expertise will contribute to developing healthier coping mechanisms and creating strategies to improve clients' lives. To succeed in this role, you must have exceptional leadership and communication skills, flexibility, and a deep understanding of these minors' unique challenges. We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are interested in making a meaningful impact during critical times. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Lead a team of behavioral health specialists to provide support for unaccompanied minors during surges or backfill operations.
* Oversee and conduct focused assessments for individuals, including behavioral status exams, to screen for symptoms related to trauma or crisis intervention needs.
* Provide guidance to the team on best practices to address client needs effectively.
* Proactively engage with children to ensure their well-being and identify risks or distress.
* Facilitate crisis counseling and immediate interventions when necessary.
* Collaborate with facility staff to ensure culturally sensitive care and share insights on successful approaches.
* Document detailed notes and shift reports, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
* Mentor and support team members to achieve program objectives.
* Other duties as assigned in support of the program. REQUIREMENTS: * Master's degree or higher in Behavioral Health Professions (e.g., MS/MSW/MA).
* Independent licensure in California (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LPC).
* Experience leading or supervising behavioral health teams in dynamic environments.
* Completion of all required background checks, drug screens, and child abuse and neglect checks.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and adherence to professional standards of confidentiality.
* Working knowledge of state, federal, and local laws and available resources.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Bilingual (Spanish) is highly preferred. Compensation: This is a 1099 contractor role. Hourly rates will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Full-time salary and contractor positions are also available!