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Requisition No: 886875
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: SPECIALIZED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT - 60010597
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 60010597
Salary: $70,000 - $73,000
Posting Closing Date: 11/09/2026
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- "ANTICIPATED VACANCY"
- Provide clinical consults and collaborating with Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) regarding youth behavioral health disorders, enhance family engagement, and improve access to appropriate treatment, recovery support, and community resources. SBHC will assist by providing regular education on behavioral health indicators, the effects of behavioral health conditions on parenting behavior, and engagement strategies, expertise and consultation regarding the identification of cases involving behavioral health conditions and evidence-informed engagement strategies.
- Responsible for building and sustaining strong partnerships with law enforcement, community-based care agencies, the regional managing entity (ME), managed care plans, schools, peer networks, the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, and other community partners to promote coordinated care. The SBHC also promotes improved communication, accountability, and service quality across systems and contributes to statewide efforts to strengthen the System of Care.
- Responsible for overseeing and coordinating care, connecting families with needed resources, conducting follow-ups within 6 weeks with parent to ensure that services are in place, and they are receiving necessary support.
- Participate in local review team staffing, and multidisciplinary team meetings staffing’s to support case progress and improve outcomes for children and families. As well as any additional designated staffing’s/meeting as requested by supervisor.
- Track and documents all cases in which they provide support, submitting reports and statistical data as required by the Department.
- Work with crisis stabilization units and other providers to reduce Baker Acts and reliance on higher levels of care, as well as attending community meetings.
- Support Behavioral Health Consultants by consulting on mental health-only cases, collaborating with CPIs and case managers to identify mental health disorders, improve family engagement, and enhance access to treatment and community resources. When necessary, they may conduct brief assessments with parents to inform service recommendations and help CPIs understand how a caregiver’s mental health may impact parenting capacity and safety planning.
- Travel is required throughout the state and may include overnight stays. May also be called upon to assist with disaster recovery efforts and participate in Critical Incident Rapid Response Team (CIRRT) case investigations as needed throughout the state. Emphasis is placed on expertise in addressing opioid use disorders.
- Work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and potentially operating from outside assigned duty location.
- May be called upon to fulfill duties beyond the outlined responsibilities to meet urgent regional or organizational needs.
- Assess the impact, needs and assist with the development of a response strategy and goals for the impacted community and implement disaster response plans.
- Coordinate psychological and mental health resources and services for individuals, first responders, and communities impacted by disasters.
- Provide critical information to the Regional Director and Director of Regional Operations and Initiatives.
- Have advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively support children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system.
- A strong understanding of mental health disorders, with an emphasis on how these issues impact family functioning and child safety.
- Knowledgeable in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-based practices that support early intervention and family engagement.
- A solid understanding of child development, family systems, and the behavioral health service continuum is essential.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are critical for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and families across diverse settings.
- Ability to build and maintain cross-system relationships with agencies such as law enforcement, schools, managed care organizations, and behavioral health providers.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, prioritize tasks, and respond flexibly to urgent needs, including disaster recovery efforts and after-hours support.
- Proficient in documentation, data tracking, and ethical practice is also required to ensure compliance with departmental standards and the effective coordination of care.
- A master’s degree in a health or human services-related field.
- Florida license in the areas 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
- A minimum of three years of experience treating substance use disorders.
- Three years of experience treating substance use disorders.
- Working knowledge of the child welfare and behavioral health systems and knowledge related to the impact of behavioral health conditions on parenting capacity.
- Knowledge/understanding of the impact of substance use disorders and mental health conditions on parenting ability and child safety.
- Valid Class E Driver License.
- Knowledge of the child welfare system and motivational interviewing is preferred.
- Health insurance
- Life insurance: $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance.
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
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- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Tuition waiver for public college courses.
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES
- BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market: Orlando
Requisition No: 886875
Agency: Children and Families
Working Title: SPECIALIZED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT - 60010597
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 60010597
Salary: $70,000 - $73,000
Posting Closing Date: 11/09/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
- "ANTICIPATED VACANCY"
- Provide clinical consults and collaborating with Child Protective Investigators (CPIs) regarding youth behavioral health disorders, enhance family engagement, and improve access to appropriate treatment, recovery support, and community resources. SBHC will assist by providing regular education on behavioral health indicators, the effects of behavioral health conditions on parenting behavior, and engagement strategies, expertise and consultation regarding the identification of cases involving behavioral health conditions and evidence-informed engagement strategies.
- Responsible for building and sustaining strong partnerships with law enforcement, community-based care agencies, the regional managing entity (ME), managed care plans, schools, peer networks, the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, and other community partners to promote coordinated care. The SBHC also promotes improved communication, accountability, and service quality across systems and contributes to statewide efforts to strengthen the System of Care.
- Responsible for overseeing and coordinating care, connecting families with needed resources, conducting follow-ups within 6 weeks with parent to ensure that services are in place, and they are receiving necessary support.
- Participate in local review team staffing, and multidisciplinary team meetings staffing’s to support case progress and improve outcomes for children and families. As well as any additional designated staffing’s/meeting as requested by supervisor.
- Track and documents all cases in which they provide support, submitting reports and statistical data as required by the Department.
- Work with crisis stabilization units and other providers to reduce Baker Acts and reliance on higher levels of care, as well as attending community meetings.
- Support Behavioral Health Consultants by consulting on mental health-only cases, collaborating with CPIs and case managers to identify mental health disorders, improve family engagement, and enhance access to treatment and community resources. When necessary, they may conduct brief assessments with parents to inform service recommendations and help CPIs understand how a caregiver’s mental health may impact parenting capacity and safety planning.
- Travel is required throughout the state and may include overnight stays. May also be called upon to assist with disaster recovery efforts and participate in Critical Incident Rapid Response Team (CIRRT) case investigations as needed throughout the state. Emphasis is placed on expertise in addressing opioid use disorders.
- Work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and potentially operating from outside assigned duty location.
- May be called upon to fulfill duties beyond the outlined responsibilities to meet urgent regional or organizational needs.
- Assess the impact, needs and assist with the development of a response strategy and goals for the impacted community and implement disaster response plans.
- Coordinate psychological and mental health resources and services for individuals, first responders, and communities impacted by disasters.
- Provide critical information to the Regional Director and Director of Regional Operations and Initiatives.
- Have advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to effectively support children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system.
- A strong understanding of mental health disorders, with an emphasis on how these issues impact family functioning and child safety.
- Knowledgeable in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-based practices that support early intervention and family engagement.
- A solid understanding of child development, family systems, and the behavioral health service continuum is essential.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are critical for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and families across diverse settings.
- Ability to build and maintain cross-system relationships with agencies such as law enforcement, schools, managed care organizations, and behavioral health providers.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, prioritize tasks, and respond flexibly to urgent needs, including disaster recovery efforts and after-hours support.
- Proficient in documentation, data tracking, and ethical practice is also required to ensure compliance with departmental standards and the effective coordination of care.
- A master’s degree in a health or human services-related field.
- Florida license in the areas 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
- A minimum of three years of experience treating substance use disorders.
- Three years of experience treating substance use disorders.
- Working knowledge of the child welfare and behavioral health systems and knowledge related to the impact of behavioral health conditions on parenting capacity.
- Knowledge/understanding of the impact of substance use disorders and mental health conditions on parenting ability and child safety.
- Valid Class E Driver License.
- Knowledge of the child welfare system and motivational interviewing is preferred.
- Health insurance
- Life insurance: $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance.
- Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
- (
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Tuition waiver for public college courses.
- And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES
- BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market: Orlando
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs.
- High school diploma or GED required, bachelor's degree in psychology or related field preferred
- Completion of a state-approved behavioral health technician training program
- Active CPR, First Aid, and crisis prevention or de-escalation certification such as CPI
- Documented experience supporting individuals with mental health, developmental, or substance use conditions
- Ability to implement behavior intervention plans under clinical supervision
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for session notes and progress documentation
Tips for Your Behavioral Health Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
Inpatient psych, residential treatment, and school-based programs each look for different competencies. Swap in the setting-specific language from the job posting, whether that's de-escalation protocols, ABA data collection, or trauma-informed care documentation, so your resume reflects the actual environment.
List every active certification prominently
Certifications like CPI, CPR, First Aid, and Registered Behavior Technician credentials are often listed as minimum requirements. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so a recruiter scanning quickly doesn't have to hunt for them.
Filter openings by shift type and setting
Behavioral health technician roles are posted across overnight, weekend, and PRN schedules, not just standard daytime shifts. When you search, narrow by the shift type and care setting you actually want, since the day-to-day duties differ significantly between them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists behavioral health technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare specific examples for behavioral interviews
Hiring managers at behavioral health organizations routinely ask for real situations where you managed an escalating client, followed a safety protocol, or collaborated with a clinical team. Prepare two or three concrete examples from your experience before your interview so your answers are grounded and specific.
Follow up with a targeted thank-you note
After your interview, send a brief note that references something specific from the conversation, a patient population mentioned, a protocol discussed, or a team challenge described. It reinforces your attention to the role and keeps your name in front of the hiring manager while they compare candidates.
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most behavioral health technicians?
Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Horizon Health are hiring the most behavioral health technicians right now, with openings concentrated in California, Arizona, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Checking back regularly is worthwhile since new postings across inpatient and residential settings are added frequently.
How many behavioral health technician jobs are remote?
About 24% of behavioral health technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most direct-care roles. Remote positions tend to be concentrated in telehealth crisis support and remote ABA data review, where in-person client contact is not required.
How do you become a behavioral health technician?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then complete a state-approved behavioral health technician training program, which typically covers mental health fundamentals, de-escalation techniques, and documentation practices. Pursue CPR and crisis prevention certification, then apply for entry-level positions in residential, outpatient, or school-based settings to build direct-care experience under clinical supervision.
Can you get hired as a behavioral health technician with no experience?
Yes, many employers hire behavioral health technicians with no prior clinical experience if you hold the required certifications and demonstrate relevant soft skills. Volunteering at a crisis hotline, interning with a community mental health program, or completing a certified training course before you apply can meaningfully strengthen your application and show genuine commitment to the field.
What does the behavioral health technician interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen to confirm availability, shift flexibility, and certification status, then move to an in-person or video interview focused on behavioral and situational questions about client interactions, de-escalation, and documentation. Some organizations include a brief skills assessment or a facility tour, and background checks and reference calls typically follow before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your preferred setting, shift type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.
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