Behavioral Health Specialist

About This Role

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides compassionate, hands-on care and supervision to adolescent and young adult patients, creating a safe and structured environment. This role is foundational to the daily care model, helping patients move from struggling to thriving in their healing journey.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and supportive space by offering consistent, compassionate care and supervision that ensures patients’ emotional and physical well-being
• Guide and encourage patients as they move through their day whether attending therapy, group activities, meals, or moments of transition
• Lead or support experiential activities (e.g., mindfulness, recreation, group engagement) that promote healing and connection
• Model calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies in a way that builds trust and emotional safety
• Document observations and interactions clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner to support treatment planning
• Stay grounded and responsive during high-stress or emotionally charged situations, helping restore calm through established strategies
• Collaborate with team members and communicate professionally to support a connected, unified care environment
• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality, maintaining patient dignity and respect in all interactions
• Participate in ongoing training and development provided to grow clinical understanding and ability to provide trauma-informed, values-based care
• Safely transport patients to and from program sites and external appointments following all safety standards and protocols

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and eligible for insurance coverage for driving company vehicles
• Minimum 21 years of age
• CPI certified within first 30 days
• CPR certified within first 30 days

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology
• Prior work experience in other behavioral treatment settings

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