Job Description
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
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
Schedule & Shift Details
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
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 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
Why Join Blue Rose?
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:
LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Night shift, All shifts,