Qualified Mental Health Specialist

All Jobs > Qualified Mental Health Specialist Job Title: Qualified Mental Health Specialist Location: Lake County, IL Job Type: Full-Time Reports to: MHP Supervisor | Direct Reports: none About Us: God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental healthcare provider that specializes in trauma recovery services for males of color ages 5 and up. GRO services are grounded in an understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma. GRO services include mental health and wellness, stress management, and community outreach. Position Summary: The Qualified Mental Health Specialist will be responsible for providing trauma-informed counseling, cognitive behavior groups, crisis intervention and case management support for adolescents and adults involved in weapon-related offenses. The Qualified Mental Health Specialist works collaboratively with external stakeholders (probation officers, attorneys, courts, etc.) to reduce recidivism, promote emotional wellness, and support long-term behavioral change. This position focuses on helping individuals develop emotional regulation, accountability, healthy coping strategies, problem solving and pro-social decision-making through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Key Responsibilities: Develop individualized treatment and intervention plans Provide individual therapy Facilitate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups Utilize trauma-informed therapeutic approaches Utilize the ORAS & OYAS risk assessments throughout course of treatment for progress monitoring Collaborate with probation officers and community partners as appropriate Maintain accurate and timely clinical progress notes Provide monthly status reports for all clients Participate in monthly case staffing meetings and multidisciplinary treatment planning Provide crisis intervention when needed Assist clients with referrals to community resources including education, employment, housing and substance use treatment Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as necessary Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA standards Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical supervision #J-18808-Ljbffr Gro Community