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Description
Job Title: Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS)
Location: Chicago Job Type: Full-Time
Reports to: MHP Supervisor | Direct Reports: none
About Us
God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental healthcare provider that specializes in trauma recovery services for males of color ages 5 and up. GRO services are grounded in an understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma. GRO services include mental health and wellness, stress management, and community outreach.
Position Summary
Qualified Mental Health Specialists (QMHS) are Master’s-level mental health professionals who provide structured, one-on-one strength-based support to male clients at the ages of 5 and up. The Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) role focuses on supporting individuals involved in the probation system by addressing mental health needs, promoting stability, supporting compliance with court-ordered conditions, and reducing recidivism through trauma-informed, community-based care.
Key Responsibilities
Probation & Justice-Involved Expertise:
At GRO Community, we believe in healing through empowerment and innovation. Our work centers on serving individuals and families with compassion and integrity. Join our team to make a meaningful impact while building your professional skills in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience to grosources@grocommunity.org.
Job Title: Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS)
Location: Chicago Job Type: Full-Time
Reports to: MHP Supervisor | Direct Reports: none
About Us
God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental healthcare provider that specializes in trauma recovery services for males of color ages 5 and up. GRO services are grounded in an understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma. GRO services include mental health and wellness, stress management, and community outreach.
Position Summary
Qualified Mental Health Specialists (QMHS) are Master’s-level mental health professionals who provide structured, one-on-one strength-based support to male clients at the ages of 5 and up. The Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS) role focuses on supporting individuals involved in the probation system by addressing mental health needs, promoting stability, supporting compliance with court-ordered conditions, and reducing recidivism through trauma-informed, community-based care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and group-based behavioral health services.
- Deliver skill-building, role-playing, social communication, and problem-solving interventions.
- Support clients in real-life community settings including schools, homes, probation and reentry programs.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders such as school deans, case managers, and probation officers.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and follow clinical service plans.
- Submit timely progress notes and discharge summaries.
- Maintain a maximum caseload of 25 clients.
- Attend supervision and team meetings regularly.
- Teaching of alternative strategies, role-playing, behavioral rehearsal, skill acquisition in the community, practicing skills in the community, exposure to social situations in which age-appropriate skills can be practiced, enhancing conflict resolution skills, developing communication skills
- Complete monthly professional and personal development training assigned by the GRO training department.
- Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor, senior director, or other leadership based on the needs of business or departmental needs.
Probation & Justice-Involved Expertise:
- Strong understanding of probation systems, court-mandated treatment, and the needs of justice-involved individuals.
- Demonstrated experience supervising and developing clinical staff in behavioral health or justice-involved settings.
- Proficiency in assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to collaborate with probation officers, courts, and community resources including housing, employment, and social services.
- Commitment to culturally informed care, particularly for justice-impacted communities of color.
- Skilled in de-escalation, safety planning, and managing high-risk or court-involved client situations.
- Field-based and site-based locations throughout Chicagoland
- Flexible scheduling; ability to build your own caseload
- Invoicing-based pay structure/Fee-for-Service
- Masters degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
- No prior experience required; GRO Community provides training
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
- Reliable transportation and active auto insurance required
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment committed to social impact.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
At GRO Community, we believe in healing through empowerment and innovation. Our work centers on serving individuals and families with compassion and integrity. Join our team to make a meaningful impact while building your professional skills in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience to grosources@grocommunity.org.