TTHV Behavioral Health Consultant

Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM Helping People. Saving Lives. The search is on! We are hiring a Behavioral Health Consultant to provide therapy for families, consultation for program staff, and child observations as needed. This is a contracted position offering 5–15 hours per month, primarily during daytime hours with some remote flexibility. The role is ideal for someone seeking flexible, part-time work that offers additional income and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. While fluency in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community, is preferred, candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet this criteria. As the Behavioral Health Consultant for Teaching Together Home Visiting (TTHV), you will provide in-person or Zoom-based therapy for parents and/or children, consult with staff on behavioral health concerns, and offer training or home observations as needed. Documentation is minimal and includes a monthly invoice and a brief summary of services and recommendations for each family. What you bring to the table: MA degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field Licensed or license-eligible MFT or LCSW, or a Licensed MFT Intern or LCSW Intern, with the necessary experience and expertise to serve children, families, and childcare providers Fluency in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community is preferred, but not required. Two years of related experience in early intervention, parenting groups, assessments, and one-on-one counseling Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and child and adult development At least one person in the group/agency must be a licensed or license-eligible MFT, LCSW with necessary experience and expertise to serve children, families and childcare providers Must have liability insurance Must have dependable, insured transportation, and a valid California Driver License As a Behavioral Health Consultant you will: Consultation and Capacity Building (Staff and Parent Support): Provide on-site or virtual consultation to department staff to enhance their ability to support social-emotional health Model effective strategies for staff to manage challenging behaviors in home or community settings Participate in team meetings to discuss program-level behavioral wellness strategies Early Intervention and Support Services: Conduct short-term behavioral assessments and provide brief, evidence-guided interventions to individuals or families Offer consultation on child behavioral screening tools to help identify needs Develop and implement preventative support plans for families showing early signs of depression, anxiety, or emotional distress Support referrals to community behavioral health providers when higher-intensity treatment is required Documentation: Complete monthly invoice Provide a one-page summary of services provided to families receiving services Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. For a comprehensive list of employee perks and benefits, please visit capslo.org/careers. For questions regarding the application process or open positions, contact the Recruiting department at 805-544-4355 or email [email protected]. EOE/ V/ ADA/ Drug Free Workplace/ Asset infused Organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo will consider all qualified applicants without attention to race, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, or any other protected characteristic.