Bilingual Qualified Mental Health Professional - QMHP - Contract

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About the Role

Texas Mental Health & Behavior is seeking a passionate and dedicated Bilingual Qualified Mental Health Professional - Community Services (QMHP-CS) to provide mental health skill-building services to adults and children experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

The QMHP-CS helps adults by teaching functional and independent living skills, linking them to community resources, and providing ongoing support. With children and adolescents, the focus is on skills training in communication, problem-solving, anger management, social skills, and interpersonal interactions.

Most services will be provided in the client’s home and community settings. This role requires compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate and mentor clients toward growth and independence.

Job Type:

• 1099 Contract Position
• Full & Part-time Caseloads available

Work Environment

• Client’s home and community (majority of time)
• Office setting (for in person training/meeting - when and if applicable)
• Flexible, field-based position requiring travel

Minimum Qualifications

Per Texas Administrative Code §412.316(d), a QMHP-CS must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, or early childhood intervention; OR
• Licensed Registered Nurse ; OR
• Two years of full-time experience providing therapeutic services for children/adolescents with behavioral challenges on an intensive level.
• CANS 3-6, 6-17 & ANSA certifications

Key Responsibilities

As a QMHP-CS, you will:

• Deliver skills training in home, school, or community settings using evidence-based practices aligned with service plan goals.
• Provide crisis intervention services through in-person, phone, or on-call support (with all crisis-related work documented as crisis hours).
• Document client services and progress in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in compliance with Texas Administrative Code and agency standards.
• Build therapeutic rapport using active listening, encouragement, and engagement of families and natural support systems.
• Maintain clear and timely records, including progress notes, service tracking, and outcome measures.
• Collaborate with supervisors, courts, probation, schools, community partners, and families to ensure client needs are met.
• Assist clients with independent living skills , such as budgeting, transportation, time management, and problem-solving.
• Participate in staff meetings, monthly trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain communication with supervisors and team members regarding client progress and service delivery.
• Perform all other assigned duties that relate to the role and support the mission of Texas Mental Health & Behavior.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations and provide immediate support
• Organizational and documentation skills with attention to compliance
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to serving diverse populations
• Self-motivated, solution-focused, and reliable
• CANS 3-6, 6-17 & ANSA certified

Requirements

• Reliable personal vehicle , valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance
• Personal cell phone
• Access to a computer or laptop (with printer access as needed)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends when needed
• CANS 3-6, 6-17 & ANSA certified

Flexible work from home options available.