The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Mental Health Specialist-Community Based
The Salvation Army Eastern Territory, Syracuse, New York, us, 13235
Overview
Mental Health Specialist-Community Based
PT/$24.00/hour with Benefits
The Salvation Army, Syracuse Area Services
Behaviorial Health Unit
Mental Health Specialist-Commnity Based will provide individualized mental health support services to children and youth (ages 0–21) with emotional or behavioral challenges. Services are delivered in the community — such as in the home, school, or other natural settings — to help youth and families build skills, manage symptoms, and function successfully in their daily lives. This role focuses on practical, strengths-based interventions that support the youth's ability to remain in their home and community, while avoiding unnecessary hospitalizations or higher levels of care.
There is currently 1 open position that reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor.
Responsibilities This position will begin as
part-time (29 hours a week)
,
with the potential to transition to
full-time (35 hours a week)
based on agency needs, successful completion of the preliminary employment period, and consistent productivity. Scheduling is flexible based on provider and family availability. This is the perfect role for passionate professionals who want to build clinical skills, gain real-world experience in community mental health, and work with youth and families — all while progressing toward licensure with the backing of a large, respected organization.
Compensation starts at $24/hour with the option of a monthly productivity incentive.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
required
At least
2 years of experience
working with at-risk children or youth in areas such as:
Mental health
Foster care
Child welfare
Juvenile justice
Must have a
valid driver’s license
and access to a reliable private transportation that meets
Salvation Army insurance requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
PT/$24.00/hour with Benefits
The Salvation Army, Syracuse Area Services
Behaviorial Health Unit
Mental Health Specialist-Commnity Based will provide individualized mental health support services to children and youth (ages 0–21) with emotional or behavioral challenges. Services are delivered in the community — such as in the home, school, or other natural settings — to help youth and families build skills, manage symptoms, and function successfully in their daily lives. This role focuses on practical, strengths-based interventions that support the youth's ability to remain in their home and community, while avoiding unnecessary hospitalizations or higher levels of care.
There is currently 1 open position that reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor.
Responsibilities This position will begin as
part-time (29 hours a week)
,
with the potential to transition to
full-time (35 hours a week)
based on agency needs, successful completion of the preliminary employment period, and consistent productivity. Scheduling is flexible based on provider and family availability. This is the perfect role for passionate professionals who want to build clinical skills, gain real-world experience in community mental health, and work with youth and families — all while progressing toward licensure with the backing of a large, respected organization.
Compensation starts at $24/hour with the option of a monthly productivity incentive.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
required
At least
2 years of experience
working with at-risk children or youth in areas such as:
Mental health
Foster care
Child welfare
Juvenile justice
Must have a
valid driver’s license
and access to a reliable private transportation that meets
Salvation Army insurance requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.