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Dept of Homeland Security
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Healthcare and Science
El Centro, CA (On-Site/Office)•Imperial, CA (On-Site/Office)•Calexico, CA (On-Site/Office)•Heber, CA (On-Site/Office)
Lead Behavioral Health Specialist
Location: El Centro, California
Incentives: Sign-on bonus or housing assistance may be available (eligibility-based)
Make an Impact Where It Matters Most
Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking Lead Behavioral Health Specialists to support the behavioral health needs of children in DHS custody at federal facilities in El Centro, CA.
In this leadership position, you will oversee a team of Child Well-Being Specialists, provide expert clinical guidance, and serve as the key liaison with federal partners to ensure the delivery of trauma-informed, child-centered care.
What You'll Do
As a Lead Behavioral Health Specialist, you will be responsible for day-to-day clinical leadership, staffing oversight, and cross-agency coordination. You will support complex case management, drive program improvement efforts, and promote quality care for children in high-stress environments.
Core Responsibilities
This is a full-time, on-site leadership role with a hybrid onsite/on-call structure:
Apply Today
Text LEADELCENTRO to (202) 998-6455
Email: CWBP_PMO@bluerose-consulting.com
Website: www.bluerose-consulting.com/careers
LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group
Location: El Centro, California
Incentives: Sign-on bonus or housing assistance may be available (eligibility-based)
Make an Impact Where It Matters Most
Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking Lead Behavioral Health Specialists to support the behavioral health needs of children in DHS custody at federal facilities in El Centro, CA.
In this leadership position, you will oversee a team of Child Well-Being Specialists, provide expert clinical guidance, and serve as the key liaison with federal partners to ensure the delivery of trauma-informed, child-centered care.
What You'll Do
As a Lead Behavioral Health Specialist, you will be responsible for day-to-day clinical leadership, staffing oversight, and cross-agency coordination. You will support complex case management, drive program improvement efforts, and promote quality care for children in high-stress environments.
Core Responsibilities
- Supervise and provide guidance to Child Well-Being Specialists across all shifts
- Act as the primary liaison with CBP leadership, DHS headquarters, and partner organizations
- Manage complex and high-need child well-being cases, including escalation and resolution
- Oversee shift coverage, surge staffing coordination, and workload distribution
- Facilitate interagency communication and care collaboration with local, state, and federal entities
- Support staff development through training, mentoring, and performance reviews
- Lead or support improvements in behavioral health protocols and operational practices
This is a full-time, on-site leadership role with a hybrid onsite/on-call structure:
- 8 hours onsite + 4 hours on-call per day (as needed)
- Shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis
- Must be able to respond onsite during on-call hours if needed
- 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 5 years of post-licensure experience in:
- Child development
- Trauma-informed care
- Clinical evaluations
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or social services
- Strong skills in team management, communication, and decision-making
- Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred (minimum ILR 3/5 or equivalent)
- Comfortable leading in a high-stakes, fast-paced, and evolving environment
- Help protect and support vulnerable children in federal custody
- Lead a collaborative team of behavioral health professionals
- Contribute to mission-critical child welfare operations at the border
- Advance your career with leadership and clinical development opportunities
- Make a difference - every shift, every team, every child
Apply Today
Text LEADELCENTRO to (202) 998-6455
Email: CWBP_PMO@bluerose-consulting.com
Website: www.bluerose-consulting.com/careers
LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group
group id: 91103216
