Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (On-Site)

Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist (On-Site)

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.

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Dept of Homeland Security

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Healthcare and Science

Imperial, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)El Centro, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)Calexico, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)Heber, CA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)

Trauma-Informed Mental Health Therapist

(Behavioral Health Specialist)

Location: El Centro, California

Shifts: 12-Hour Day or Night Shifts

Support Perks: 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 dedicated Behavioral Health Specialists (2 years post licensure) to serve onsite in federal facilities along the Southwest U.S. Border, supporting the mental and emotional well-being of children in DHS custody. If you're a licensed behavioral health professional looking for deeply meaningful work in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

What You'll Do

As a Behavioral Health Specialist in El Centro, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team providing trauma-informed, compassionate care to children facing extraordinary circumstances. You will work directly in Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processing facilities, ensuring each child receives the emotional support and behavioral health oversight they need.

Core Responsibilities

Serve as the primary behavioral health resource for on-site facility staff

Conduct facility rounds to assess child well-being and identify risks

Provide real-time crisis intervention and de-escalation

Offer trauma-informed guidance on emotional regulation and behavioral health support

Collaborate with CBP, HHS ORR, NGOs, and medical providers to ensure coordinated care

Participate in decision-making on medical, psychological, and developmental issues

Maintain clear and timely behavioral documentation and reporting

Recommend improvements that promote safe, supportive, child-centered care environments

Schedule & Shift Details

This position follows a rotating 4-on/3-off and 3-on/4-off schedule with 12-hour shifts, maintaining 24/7 care operations:

Week 1: 4 days on, 3 days off (48 hours)

Week 2: 3 days on, 4 days off (36 hours)

Day Shift: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Night Shift: 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM

Shifts alternate between weeks and include rotating weekends, offering predictable time off and consistent full-time hours.

Requirements

Master's or Doctoral degree in a behavioral health field

Active, unrestricted license in one of the following:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Psychologist (LP)

Minimum 2 years of post-licensure experience, preferably with:

Child development

Trauma-informed care

Clinical evaluations

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Spanish/English bilingual strongly preferred (ILR 3/5 or higher)

Comfort working in dynamic, high-stakes environments

Why Join Blue Rose?

Help protect and support vulnerable children in urgent need

Join a collaborative, mission-focused team environment

Receive structured onboarding and leadership support

Build experience working across federal, non-profit, and healthcare agencies

Make a lasting difference through every interaction and every shift

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Website: www.bluerose-consulting.com/careers

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GROUP ID: 91103216

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