Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (On-Site)

Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (On-Site)

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.

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Dept of Homeland Security

Unspecified

Unspecified

Healthcare and Science

Chula Vista, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)

Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist

(Behavioral Health Specialist)

Location: San Diego, California

Shifts: 12-Hour Day or Night Shifts

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking Behavioral Health Specialists to provide trauma-informed behavioral health services to children in DHS custody at federal processing centers in San Diego, CA.

This is a unique opportunity for licensed professionals to support vulnerable children in high-stress environments while working within a multidisciplinary care team focused on safety, compassion, and emotional support.

What You'll Do

As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will deliver direct care, crisis intervention, and clinical guidance within DHS facilities. Your role will focus on maintaining emotional well-being for children in custody, collaborating with federal partners, and contributing to child-centered care improvements.

Core Responsibilities

Serve as a point of contact for behavioral health and child well-being concerns

Conduct rounds to assess children's emotional and behavioral status

Provide trauma-informed crisis response and de-escalation support

Offer guidance to facility staff on trauma-informed care practices

Collaborate with CBP, HHS ORR, NGOs, and healthcare partners to ensure coordinated care

Participate in complex decision-making related to developmental, medical, or psychological needs

Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all behavioral health activities

Contribute to ongoing improvements that promote safe, child-friendly environments

Schedule & Shift Details

Rotating 4-on/3-off and 3-on/4-off schedule

Week 1: 4 days on / 3 days off (48 hours)

Week 2: 3 days on / 4 days off (36 hours)

Day Shift: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Night Shift: 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM

Includes rotating weekends and holidays

Requirements

Master's or Doctoral degree in a behavioral health field

Active, unrestricted license as one of the following:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Psychologist (LP)

Minimum 2 years of post-licensure experience in:

Child development

Trauma-informed care

Clinical evaluations

Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred (minimum ILR 3/5 or equivalent)

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-based environment

Strong documentation, communication, and crisis intervention skills

Why Join Blue Rose?

Help protect and support vulnerable children in federal care

Be part of a collaborative, trauma-informed care team

Work in a mission-driven, high-impact role

Gain experience in multidisciplinary, federally coordinated care settings

Make a difference - every shift, every child

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Website: www.bluerose-consulting.com/careers

LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group

GROUP ID: 91103216

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