Behavioral Health Specialist (QMHS) – Forensic Services

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Job Description

What We're Looking For

As a Behavioral Health Specialist assigned to Forensic Services, you will provide community-based behavioral health services, case management, and care coordination to justice-involved individuals and clients participating in Third Street’s Forensic Monitoring Program. You will help clients maintain stability in the community, access resources and support services, navigate justice system requirements, and address barriers that may affect their behavioral health and well-being.

Responsibilities Include

  • Provides community-based behavioral health interventions and supportive services.
  • Engages clients and families in recovery-oriented, person-centered care.
  • Supports clients in developing coping, independent living, and self-management skills.
  • Coordinates care and referrals with internal and external providers.
  • Assists clients with accessing community resources and services.
  • Recognizes and responds appropriately to behavioral health crises.
  • Completes required documentation and maintains compliance with applicable requirements.
  • Works under clinical supervision and participates in required training and competency development.

What We Offer

Attending to Your Needs Today

  • Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.
  • Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support.
  • Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
  • Competitive Market Value Compensation.
  • Generous Paid Time Off.

Protecting Your Future

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid Long-term Disability

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to hr@thirdstreetfamily.org or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201

Requirements

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Meets Ohio Medicaid requirements for Qualified Mental Health Specialist (QMHS).
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to obtain BLS certification and complete credentialing within 90 days of hire.

About Us

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.

Organizational Information

Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties.

Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.

We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter.

Mission

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides community-based interventions, case management, and care coordination for justice-involved individuals. They support clients in developing independent living skills while ensuring compliance with documentation and clinical supervision requirements.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Crisis interventionRecovery-oriented careReferral coordination

Healthcare Administration Career Context

Of the 50 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 30% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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About Third Street Community Clinic

Medical Practices
Mansfield, Ohio

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
403(b) retirement plan
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer-paid long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Paid Time Off

Living in Bucyrus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$182k
Median resident rent
$765/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.