On-Call Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist Location: El Centro, California Shifts: 12-Hour Day or Night Shifts (as needed/on-call) Rate: $65/hour (1099 contract) Make an Impact Where It Matters Most Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking licensed Behavioral Health Specialists to serve in an on-call capacity at DHS processing centers in El Centro, CA. In this role, you will support the emotional and psychological well-being of children in federal custody along the U.S. Southwest Border. You’ll work alongside our core behavioral health team, stepping in to provide trauma-informed care, crisis support, and clinical guidance as needed. This flexible position is ideal for professionals looking to contribute to high-impact, mission-driven work without committing to a full-time schedule. What You’ll Do As an On-Call Behavioral Health Specialist, you will provide essential support in high-pressure environments, helping to ensure that children receive timely and compassionate behavioral health care during their time in custody. You will serve as a clinical resource to facility staff, assess the well-being of children on-site, and intervene in crisis situations when called upon. Core Responsibilities Serve as a behavioral health point of contact for facility staff Conduct rounds to assess emotional and behavioral well-being of children Deliver trauma-informed crisis intervention and de-escalation support Guide staff on emotional regulation and child-centered behavioral health strategies Collaborate with CBP, HHS ORR, NGOs, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care Support complex decisions related to medical, psychological, or developmental needs Document all behavioral health encounters and interventions accurately Offer input on process improvements to enhance child-centered environments Schedule & Shift Details This position is structured around as-needed coverage, including day and night shift availability: 12-hour shifts: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM or 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM On-call rotation includes potential nights, weekends, and holidays Assignments may be offered with short notice to meet urgent staffing needs 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) At least 2 years of post-licensure experience, ideally in: Child development Trauma-informed care Clinical evaluations Strong communication and team-based collaboration skills Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred (minimum ILR 3/5 or equivalent) Comfortable responding to high-stress, high-urgency situations in evolving care settings Why Join Blue Rose? Help protect and support vulnerable children in urgent situations Work with a collaborative, trauma-informed team of professionals Maintain flexibility while contributing to a powerful mission Step into a high-impact environment that values your expertise Make a difference – every shift, every interaction, every child Apply Today Text ODBHELCENTRO to Email: Website: LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group
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