Intensive In-Home Counselor - QMHP

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to join our residential treatment team serving adolescent girls. The ideal candidate is nurturing, structured, trauma-informed, and confident leading groups while supporting youth in developing emotional regulation, healthy relationships, and independent life skills.

This role is hands-on and relationship-based, working closely with teens in a therapeutic residential environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic group sessions, including psychoeducation, emotional regulation, coping skills, and trauma-informed topics
• Provide life skills training (communication, boundaries, self-care, problem-solving, daily living skills, etc.)
• Implement and model Nurturing Parenting principles in daily interactions
• Apply CANS (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths) assessments to inform treatment planning and documentation
• Support residents with behavior management, emotional processing, and crisis intervention
• Collaborate with clinical staff, case managers, and direct care staff to support individualized treatment goals
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards
• Build safe, consistent, and supportive relationships with adolescent girls in care

Skills

• Must meet QMHP requirements per state regulations
• CANS certification (required)
• Nurturing Parenting training (required)
• Experience working with adolescent girls in residential, therapeutic, or behavioral health settings
• Experience facilitating group therapy
• Strong skills in teaching and modeling life skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Skilled in home & community care coordination for clients with complex needs or disabilities.
• Knowledge of special education principles and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills for data collection, case management documentation, and treatment planning.
• Compassionate approach combined with the ability to manage challenging behaviors through behavioral management techniques. Join us in making a lasting impact by providing compassionate care that transforms lives! We are committed to supporting your professional development while ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed in this rewarding role.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person