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Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) (PSR)

Do you want a job where you can have a positive impact on a child’s life?  If so, Kids First Family Services is for you!  We have an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Health Associate whose primary role is to provide support and education tailored to the needs of each client. 

Kids First Family Services is a non-profit agency that provides therapeutic services to children and families who have experienced trauma.  Our goal is to foster a trusted relationship with our clients, providing the security and stability that allows them to fully realize their potential.  Working here means being part of an organization that is client-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, and committed to the needs of our clients. 

As one of our Staff, you will provide interventions designed to assist clients in gaining and utilizing skills such as behavior control, social skills, academic improvement, communication skills, appropriate interpersonal behavior, symptom management, and coping skills.  Even though the primary population we serve is children, in this role you will also have the opportunity to work with adults. 

Benefits of this position

  • Flexible part-time position to meet your needs OR a weekly set schedule to maximize your hours
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunity to work with diverse populations
  • Monthly supervision
  • Access to a supportive learning environment
  • Opportunity to work with an encouraging and positive team of professionals

Position Requirements

  • Medicaid Credentialed (Preferred)
  • Have been or are willing to be vaccinated for Covid-19
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree in: Psychology, Sociology, Community Health Sciences, Health Ecology, Public Health, Social Work, Human Development and Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, Nursing, Speech Pathology or Anthropology.
  • Pass FBI background check
  • Have a negative TB test
  • Have reliable transportation
  • Have a current Driver’s License, Registration and Insurance
  • Have the ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • Be able to communicate effectively
  • Maintain client confidentiality

Compensation: Depends on experience

To Apply:    

Email or fax us your resume and a completed Application.

Therapist

Do you want a job where you can have a positive impact on a child’s life?  If so, Kids First Family Services is for you!  We have an immediate opening for an Outpatient Therapist whose primary role is to implement evidence-based therapy tailored to the needs of each client. 

Why Kids First Family Services?

Kids First Family Services is a non-profit agency that provides therapeutic services to children and families who have experienced trauma.  Our goal is to foster a trusted relationship with our clients, providing the security and stability that allows them to fully realize their potential.  Working here means being part of an organization that is client-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, and committed to the needs of our clients. 

As one of our therapists, you will provide clinical interventions, including play therapy, designed to reduce mental health impairments, promote client and family safety, and increase family stability for the client and family.  Even though the primary population we serve is children, in this role you will also have the opportunity to provide individual therapy for adults, family therapy and couple’s therapy. 

What we do for you

We support you in the therapy you provide by managing the administrative tasks so you can focus on treating our clients.  Our staff takes care of scheduling, billing, credentialing and submitting insurance authorizations for you!  In addition, we offer support in learning about play therapy and other modalities as our Clinical Director has over 20 years’ experience.  This is an opportunity to work in a very supportive and innovative environment!

Benefits of this position

  • Can be a flexible part-time position to meet your needs OR a fulltime (35 hour) per week set schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Continuing education opportunities possible 
  • Opportunity to work with diverse populations
  • Possible supervision reimbursement for interns
  • Monthly supervision
  • Private practice building skills
  • Ongoing referrals
  • Access to a supportive learning environment
  • Opportunity to work with an encouraging and positive team of professionals

Position Requirements

  • Be available to work with Washoe County Human Services Agency
  • Have one of the following licences: Nevada LCSW, Nevada MFT, Nevada CPC or Nevada MFT-I, Nevada CSW-I, Nevada CPC-I
  • Have been or are willing to be vaccinated for Covid-19
  • Must be able to pass the Nevada and FBI Background Check

Compensation DOE

If you are interested, please send your resume to:ckinney@kidsfirstreno.org  or (775) 348-9524 (fax).