Mental Health Professional

Position Summary

Hawaii Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Professional (MHP) to provide behavioral support services to families and children with severe emotional disturbances by engaging the child and family in therapeutic services, as well as case management when appropriate. MHPs will follow an evidence-based model that will help develop and build skills to help the child and family function autonomously and successfully.

MHPs will empower youth to thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.

Job Type: Part‑time

Location:

Big Island

• Use a person‑centered, strengths‑based approach to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for youth.
• Work with families and youth regarding issues that impact psychological or emotional problems such as stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, family situations or any other mental health issues that might be affecting the child's ability to function successfully in home, education, and community settings.
• Accurately document all therapeutic services in a timely manner using an electronic health records system.
• Utilize digital tools like Microsoft Outlook and Teams for communication, scheduling, and collaboration.
• Manage your own caseload and tailor services to meet the specific needs of each youth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure high‑quality, coordinated care.

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the behavioral or mental health field.
• Must be able to transport clients.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a larger team.

• Proof of valid Driver’s License.
• Access to reliable transportation and vehicle registration.
• Proof of valid/current auto insurance.
• Traffic abstract from District Court.
• First Aid/CPR (HBH reimburses after 90 days of employment).
• Three (3) employment references.
• Cleared criminal background check and signed statement regarding felony indictments/convictions.
• Cleared 2‑step TB test results (current within 12 months prior to employment).
• Working cellular phone.

• Competitive bi‑weekly pay.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid time off.
• Medical benefits.
• Ongoing training from our Ph.D. and Master Level Clinical Supervisors.
• Professional and career advancement.

Founded in 1993, Hawaii Behavioral Health serves youth and families through behavioral, educational, and social health services. Our services include paraprofessional support, behavioral health intervention, early intervention programs, psychological assessments, individual and family therapy, intensive home‑based services, therapeutic foster care, and parent training. Our team remains dedicated to providing the highest quality of service for nurturing a child emotionally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually.

Join our team to advance our mission to improve the health and well‑being of children and families in Hawaii.

Our History: Hawaii Behavioral Health was created in 1993 to meet the needs of Hawaii's children, adults, and families.

Our Mission: To improve the health and well‑being of the clients we serve and their families by demonstrating excellence in delivery of social, education, and behavioral health services.

Our Vision: To develop a system of integrated services to meet the needs of Hawaii through innovative, culturally relevant, and best practices.

Our Values: Dedication, Excellence, Fortitude, Compassion, Individual & Family Centered, Empowerment.

Hawaii Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

HHB staff are committed to cultural competence.