Lead Licensed Clinical Therapist (On Site)

Critical Leadership Role: Lead Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (San Diego, CA)

Location: San Diego, California

Make a Profound Impact. Lead the Mission to Protect Vulnerable Children.

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking a compassionate and highly experienced leader to fill an immediate opening as a Lead Behavioral Health Specialist. You will be instrumental in supporting the critical behavioral health needs of vulnerable children in DHS care at a federal facility in San Diego, CA.

This is more than a leadership position; it is a calling. You will serve as the anchor for a dedicated team of Child Well-Being Specialists, providing expert clinical guidance and acting as the key liaison with federal partners. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of trauma-informed, child-centered care in a high-stakes, evolving environment.

Your Mission
As a Lead Behavioral Health Specialist, you will be on the front lines, providing day-to-day clinical leadership and strategic oversight. Your work will directly impact the well-being of children during a critical time in their lives.

• Lead and Mentor: Supervise and provide expert guidance to Child Well-Being Specialists across all shifts.
• Be the Primary Liaison: Serve as the crucial link between your team, CBP leadership, DHS headquarters, and partner organizations.
• Resolve High-Need Cases: Manage complex and high-stakes child well-being cases with a focus on quick, compassionate escalation and resolution.
• Champion Operational Excellence: Oversee shift coverage, coordinate surge staffing, and drive program improvements in behavioral health protocols.
• Build Bridges: Facilitate seamless interagency communication and collaborative care with local, state, and federal entities.

Schedule & Shift Details
This is a full-time, on-site leadership role designed for an individual who is ready to meet the demands of a critical mission:

• 8 hours onsite + 4 hours on-call per day (as needed).
• Shifts will include nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.
• You must be able to respond onsite during on-call hours if a critical need arises.

Requirements

• We are looking for a decisive, empathetic, and experienced leader.
• Master's or Doctoral degree in a behavioral health field.
• An 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 with a deep understanding of:
  • Child development and welfare.
  • Trauma-informed care and interventions.
  • Clinical evaluations and case management.
• A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a healthcare, behavioral health, or social services setting.
• Strong skills in team management, communication, and urgent decision-making.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is a significant plus (minimum ILR 3/5 or equivalent).
• A demonstrated ability to lead with confidence and compassion in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Why Join Blue Rose?
Your leadership will be the difference. Your expertise is a force for good.

• Mission-Critical Impact: Directly protect and support vulnerable children in federal custody.
• Build a Legacy: Lead a collaborative team and shape the future of child welfare operations at the border.
• Professional Growth: Advance your career with unparalleled leadership and clinical development opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Every shift, every decision, every team, every child.