Behavioral Health Specialist

Allegheny County

. Serve as a subject-matter expert on complex CYF cases, offering a multi-system behavioral health perspective .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,000 - $69,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in child and family behavioral health, with a strong focus on multi-system coordination, treatment recommendations, and advocacy for child and family needs. Proficient in navigating behavioral health systems and delivering training on mental health and child development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Social Work3 Years Of Experience In CASSP EnvironmentExtensive Knowledge Of Behavioral Health ContinuumAct 33, Act 34, And FBI ClearancesStrong Understanding Of Child And Adolescent Psychosocial Development

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Hard Skills

Behavioral Health CoordinationMental Health Record ReviewPsychoeducational Group FacilitationEvidence-Based Treatment PracticesTrauma-Informed CareChild And Family-Centered Mental HealthSubstance Use KnowledgeCrisis ResponseCase ManagementService Barrier Resolution

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationCollaboration With Multidisciplinary TeamsCultural CompetenceCommitment To Continuous Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

Act 33 ClearanceAct 34 ClearanceFBI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Child And Family Behavioral HealthDHS ValuesFamily SystemsCommunity ResourcesChild DevelopmentMental Health SymptomsService ContinuumCo-Occurring DisordersISP MeetingsCASSP Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a subject-matter expert on complex CYF cases, offering a multi-system behavioral health perspective
Consult with staff regarding referral needs, service options, and treatment recommendations
Review and interpret mental health records, evaluations, and treatment plans
Identify and help resolve service barriers by coordinating with OBH and other DHS program offices
Participate in conferencing, teaming, ISP meetings, and case reviews
Provide case-specific guidance with support from medical units, clinical managers, and OBH leadership
Offer recommendations for community-based resources and behavioral health services
Advocate for child and family needs within service systems
Provide provider-level details for recommended levels of care and support warm handoffs
Liaise between CYF, behavioral health providers, and Community Care for case coordination
Conduct psychoeducational groups for families, caregivers, and foster/kinship providers
Deliver training to CYF staff on child development, mental health symptoms, diagnoses, and service continuum
Conduct home visits alongside caseworkers to support behavioral health engagement and education
Respond flexibly to urgent or emerging case needs
Perform responsibilities in a culturally competent and sensitive manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related Human Services field required
At least 3 years of experience in a CASSP environment required
Extensive knowledge of the child and adult behavioral health continuum within Allegheny County required
Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearances required
Strong understanding of child and adolescent psychosocial development
Advanced knowledge of child- and family-centered mental health needs and family systems
Understanding of trauma and its impact on behavior and development
Familiarity with evidence-based and evidence-informed child/adolescent treatment practices
Working knowledge of substance use and co-occurring disorders
Ability to navigate behavioral health systems and community resources
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to DHS values and a family-centered service philosophy
Openness to continuous learning and professional development
Strong understanding of practice standards and systems-level approaches

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity in hiring and advancement
Professional development
Continuous learning opportunities
Equal opportunity employment