BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT OPS - 60934076
Listed compensation
$28.85-$33.65/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job description
Join State of Florida as a Behavioral Health Consultant – Child Welfare in Fort Lauderdale, FL, US.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $28.85 - $33.65/hour.
- State Group Insurance (health, life, dental, vision)
- Savings & Spending Accounts
- 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan through VALIC
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Night or evening shifts may be required.
Apply to join State of Florida as a Behavioral Health Consultant – Child Welfare.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Consultant provides clinical expertise to child welfare staff to improve identification and treatment of behavioral health disorders, particularly substance use. They collaborate with investigative teams to support family engagement, conduct assessments, and ensure access to community resources for families in need.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Florida license in psychology, social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy, or be a master's level Certified Addiction Professional. A minimum of three years of experience in treating substance use disorders is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$65k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Work-life snapshot
Listing-based score
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- On-site
- Includes weekends