Mental Health Program Implementation Specialist

PCIT Implementation Specialist – Independent Contractor What is PCIT?

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is an evidence-based treatment designed to improve the parent-child relationship and reduce disruptive behaviors in young children.

Grounded in decades of research, PCIT is effective for children ages 2 to 7 and focuses on enhancing positive communication, increasing cooperation, and decreasing behaviors like defiance, aggression, and tantrums.

As a contracted PCIT Implementation Specialist, you will be responsible for :

• Responsibilities : Leadership and Oversight :   Build vital systems relationships to sustain training infrastructure, motivate provider   Oversee the selection and onboarding of provider agencies for PCIT training.  Develop and maintain implementation plans (including selection, readiness, capacity-building, and overcoming barriers to implementation).  Ensure compliance with all state requirements and project procedures.  Provide necessary documentation and data for required reporting.  Training Support :   Support PCIT International in tracking training activities and fidelity monitoring.  Facilitate accessibility of training (both online and in-person), consultation, and certification preparation.  Assist with database development and reporting as needed.  Project Implementation :   Collaborate with PCIT International to manage timelines and deliverables.  Participate in project management meetings.  Partner with project personnel, including the Executive Director, Project Director, Project Evaluator, and Expert Training Team.    Qualifications :   Master’s degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.  Familiarity with PCIT   preferred.   Located in California preferred.  Experience with evidence-based practice implementation  required.  Bilingual in Spanish a plus.    Compensation :   As a  contractor ,  you are not a full-time employee .

The hours worked determined earned compensation. 40 hours a week is preferred, but those aiming to work less than 40 will also be considered.  The compensation breakdown is as follows :