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Behavioral Health Consultant

Job Details

1700 EDUCATION AVE - PUNTA GORDA, FL
Graduate Degree
$51169.20 - $62615.20 Salary/year

Description

Sign-on Bonus: $4,000

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care (CBHC) partners with the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) to provide innovative, compassionate, and effective behavioral health services. We are committed to strengthening families, promoting recovery, and ensuring child safety through collaborative, trauma-informed care. 

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) is a licensed behavioral health professional who provides clinical expertise, consultation and support to Child Protective Investigators (CPIs), dependency case managers, and child welfare staff. The BHC helps identify behavioral health conditions - including mental health and substance use disorders - assists with engagement strategies, and facilitates access to treatment and recovery support services. The BHC builds and maintains collaborative relationships with CPIs in co-located office space. 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and sign-on bonus.
  • Comprehensive Benefits:
    • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays. 
    • 403(b) Retirement Plan with 9% employer contribution (for eligible staff).
    • Employer-sponsored contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with qualifying plans. 
    • Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and HRSA loan repayment opportunities. 
    • Qualified Supervisor to provide clinical supervision for licensure candidates.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: We invest in our leaders!

Qualifications

  • Florida license in the area of psychology, social work, mental health counseling, family and marriage therapy, or registered intern, or master's level Certified Addiction Professional. Acceptable: LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, MCAP, Licensed Psychologist.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience treating substance use disorders. 
  • Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
  • Valid FL drivers’ license, insurance, and safe driving record.
  • Dependable transportation (registered, safe operating conditions, etc.).
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