Behavioral Health Manager at K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc.
K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc. · Cincinnati, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Professional
- Office in Cincinnati
Description
Company: K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc. (KYS)
Location: Hybrid (Cincinnati, OH-based)
Job Type: Contract
Schedule: Flexible
About Us
K.E.L.L.Y. Youth Services, Inc. is a mission-driven organization providing OMHAS-certified behavioral health services to foster youth in a group home setting. We are committed to trauma-informed, high-quality care and are seeking a Clinical Manager to lead our small but dedicated clinical team.
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Manager will provide clinical leadership, supervision, and oversight to a team of Qualified Behavioral Health Specialists (QBHS). This role is essential in maintaining compliance, supporting staff development, and ensuring the delivery of effective, trauma-informed services to fostered youth clients.
Key Responsibilities
Provide behavioral health supervision in compliance with OMHAS standards.
- Deliver brief, solution-focused interventions to support client well-being.
- Respond promptly to warm handoffs from medical and behavioral health staff.
- Conduct targeted assessments and oversee treatment planning and documentation.
- Ensure Medicaid compliance and maintain accurate records in EHR (SimplePractice).
- Offer ongoing staff training, including Trauma-Informed Care (TIC).
- Support clients with depression, anxiety, substance use, and psychosocial stressors.
- Collaborate with leadership and multidisciplinary teams on program development and care coordination.
- Document clinical interactions efficiently and ensure quality assurance.
- Lead care planning and population health strategies for high-risk residents.
Work Environment
- Remote or hybrid work options available
- Flexible scheduling based on agency needs and candidate availability
Compensation:
This is a contracted position with a competitive hourly rate ranging from $35–$50/hour, based on experience, credentials, and scope of responsibilities.
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of fostered youth
- Flexible, supportive work environment
- Opportunity to lead and shape clinical services
Requirements
? Qualifications
- Licensed behavioral health clinician in the state of Ohio (LSW, LISW, LISW-S, LPC, LPCC, LPCC-S, or equivalent)
- Experience delivering brief, evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, solution-focused therapy)
- Strong, confident communicator who thrives in a team-based environment
? Preferred Qualifications
- Experienced working with at-risk youth
- Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) certification preferred (or willingness to obtain – we’ll cover the cost!)
- Experience with SimplePractice or similar EHR
- Strong knowledge of Medicaid billing and documentation standards
- Proven ability to train and supervise in a small team setting
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age and have valid driver’s license
- Must be available to participate in monthly staff meetings and all licensing required training
- Must pass BCI criminal record check
- Must pass FBI criminal record check
- Must pass Ohio SACWIS Alleged Perpetrator of Child Abuse/Neglect Search as well as Alleged Perpetrator Search of any other state resided in within the past five years
- Must pass United States Department of Justice Sex Offender Search
