Behavioral Health Specialist

Job overview

The Behavioral Health Specialist role is hybrid in Pittsburgh, PA, supporting the Children, Youth and Families division in partnership with the Office of Behavioral Health. Pay is $63,000–$69,000 per year. The position works at Allegheny County DHS; if hired, the employee would be employed by partner agency Community Family Advocates. The specialist provides behavioral health consultation, case review, and guidance to inform case planning for children and families. Coordination with staff, providers, and community partners helps address service barriers, support access to care, and strengthen family-centered services.

What you'll do

• Provide behavioral health expertise on complex CYF cases
• consult on referrals, services, and treatment recommendations
• review mental health records, evaluations, and treatment plans
• coordinate to address service barriers
• participate in team meetings and case reviews
• recommend community resources and levels of care
• advocate for children and families
• coordinate with providers
• conduct psychoeducational groups and staff training
• accompany caseworkers on home visits when needed
• respond flexibly to emerging case needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavioral health specialist

children and families

case consultation

behavioral health services

case review

pittsburgh pa

allegheny county dhs

community family advocates

hybrid

full-time

$63k–$69k/year

cassp experience required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field; a master's degree is preferred. At least three years of CASSP experience and Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearances are required.

About the employer

Allegheny County Department of Human Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Public Health Programs. Sector: 92.