This is a temporary position, effective through March 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026.

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Behavioral Health Advisor is an exempt position who will conduct mental health assessments and provide ongoing individual and group-counseling services, screen immediate mental health crisis and provide crisis intervention services. Responsible for completing in-depth assessments for all clients to facilitate a thorough review of history, assess current issues and treatment needs, provide appropriate individual counseling and participation in group counseling.

• Provide clinical services for the program, for adults, child and adolescent clients which includes individuais assessments, individual counseling, and group counseling.
• Oversee the initial psychosocial assessments on each new client.
• Provide weekly clinical supervision to program interns and provide case consultations at case staffing and STAR’s periodic staff meetings.
• Conduct outreach and education to a network of mental health providers to build a trauma-informed network.
• Ensure that clients are referred to mental health services through a network of mental health providers.
• Ensure concise and timely completion of all documentation in electronic health records databases, progress notes within 48 hours of occurrence of the event to be documented.
• Participate in monthly supervision and staff meetings and peer audits with program director and staff.
• Perform other clinical duties as assigned by the Director.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $65,000 -$68,000 annual salary, depending on experience
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Master’s degree in behavioral health, or related field
• Must be a licensed behavioral health professional with expertise in trauma informed care (Licensed Mental Health Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously and efficiently with clients and other employees.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, listening) and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of community organization and resources.
• Previous experience working with interpretation services.
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.