Behavioral Health Specialist

Wellspring-Living; Dallas (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Living seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide trauma-informed support to youth at the Receiving Hope Center, working with a multidisciplinary team to build routines, coping skills, and independence.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safe environment, and development of life skills, with shifts including day, evening, and night options. Requires a social/behavioral health background and strong collaboration abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in mental or behavioral health, specifically with adolescents and families.
• Valid GA driver’s license.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook) and Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs); ability to navigate EHR software.
• Current CPR (biennial) and First Aid (triennial) certifications, or complete within first 60 days of employment.
• Documentation of at least two professional references and one personal reference attesting to capability with children and vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to participants and guidance for behavioral health technicians.
• Develop daily schedules, assign tasks, and ensure completion by end of each shift.
• Follow all center policies, procedures, and participant handbook guidelines.
• Report and record participant progress across interventions.
• Lead in writing or collecting staff statements regarding critical incidents.
• Lead specialized focus areas (e.g., bilingual support, nutrition, fitness, medication oversight).
• Lead skills-building groups and activities during non-school hours.
• Engage with participants in group or one-on-one settings to ensure center stability.
• Complete bed checks, grocery shopping, meal planning and preparation.
• Administer and document medication usage per protocols; conduct random drug screens.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation and EHR entries.
• Assist with facility security and crisis de-escalation.
• Provide trauma-informed, culturally competent care.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Google Workspace

EHR software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education, or related field

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Behavioral Health Specialist

Dallas, GA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1320

Why Join Wellspring Living?

Wellspring Living is an Atlanta-based Christian, faith-centered nonprofit committed to disrupting the cycle of human trafficking through the pillars of housing, healing, and education. We provide safe housing, trauma-informed care, educational opportunities, and life-changing support that empower survivors to heal, grow, and build thriving, independent futures.

At Wellspring Living, you\'ll join a mission-driven team that believes every survivor deserves safety, healing, and the opportunity to thrive. We invest in our employees through meaningful work, collaborative leadership, professional growth, and a culture rooted in compassion, excellence, and faith.

If you\'re ready to lead with purpose, inspire others, and make a lasting impact in the lives of youth, we\'d love to hear from you.

Position: Behavioral Health Specialist

Employment Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt Hourly

Department: Receiving Hope Center (RHC)

Reports To: Behavioral Health Supervisor

Available Shifts:

• Day Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

• Second Shift: Tuesday–Saturday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

• Third Shift Option A: Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

• Third Shift Option B: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

About the Role

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides hands-on, trauma-informed support to youth at Wellspring Living’s Receiving Hope Center. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, this role helps participants build healthy routines, coping skills, independence, and positive behaviors while creating a safe and supportive environment.

Through relationship-building, positive behavior support, and de-escalation strategies, the Specialist models healthy behaviors, helps participants navigate challenges as they work toward healing and growth, and supports the development of essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

Participant Supervision & Focus Area Leadership

• Provide direct supervision to participants and guidance for behavioral health technicians.

• Develop daily schedules, assign tasks, and ensure complete follow-through by the end of each shift.

• Follow all Receiving Center policies, procedures, and Participant Handbook guidelines (dress code, hygiene, medication administration, etc.).

• Report and record participant progress across various interventions.

• Take lead responsibility for writing or collecting staff statements regarding critical incidents occurring on assigned shifts.

• Provide leadership and expertise in at least one specialized focus area (e.g., Bilingual support, Nutrition/Meal Prep, Fitness, Medication oversight, Pro-social activities, Academic assistance, Facilities/compliance, or Therapeutic yoga).

Maintaining Program Structure & Daily Operations

• Lead skills-building groups and activities during non-school hours.

• Actively engage with participants in group or one-on-one settings to ensure center stability and minimize critical incidents.

• Complete 15-minute bed checks during sleeping hours, complete routine grocery shopping, meal planning, and meal preparation.

• Administer and document medication usage according to program protocols; administer random drug screens as needed.

• Maintain accurate, detailed daily documentation and Electronic Health Record (EHR) entries.

• Assist with facility security, including monitoring security cameras, conducting safety checks, performing routine cleaning, and participating in crisis de-escalation.

• Provide culturally competent care for trauma-impacted participants, serving all individuals without regard to race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, or spiritual beliefs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education, or a related field.

• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in mental or behavioral health, specifically working with adolescents and families.

• Valid GA driver’s license maintained throughout employment.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook) and Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs); ability to navigate EHR software.

• Current CPR (biennial) and First Aid (triennial) certifications from a licensed healthcare professional, or completion within the first 60 days of employment.

• Documentation of at least two professional references and one personal reference attesting to capability and suitability for working with children and vulnerable populations.

What Makes You Successful

We\'re looking for a Behavioral Health Specialist who demonstrates:

• Objective critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation during complex situations.

• Strong initiative, administrative organization, and effective time management across competing shift priorities.

• Clear communication and collaborative relationship management across staff, volunteers, residents, vendors, and partners.

• Strict maintenance of discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive participant information.

• A strong commitment to trauma-informed, culturally competent care and participant empowerment.

Position Requirements

Employment is contingent upon completing pre-employment screenings and maintaining ongoing compliance throughout employment, including:

• Criminal history background check, fingerprinting, and drug testing.

• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

• Verification of professional and personal references.

• Completion of a physical health screening exam by a licensed healthcare professional within 30 days of hire to clear infectious/injury risks.

• Candidates must not have been determined, based on credible evidence (such as a court or jury finding, department investigation, or other reliable evidence), to have abused, neglected, sexually exploited, or deprived a child or adult, or to have caused serious injury to any person through intentional or grossly negligent misconduct. Candidates must also provide an oral or written statement to this effect at the time of application. Wellspring Living will make reasonable efforts to obtain and evaluate references from previous employers.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to perform physical duties and work long periods at a computer.

• Moderate local travel required for participant, program, and training needs, with occasional travel beyond the metro Atlanta area.

Core Values: Creating SPACE

At Wellspring Living, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Our core values, encapsulated in the acronym SPACE , guide our actions and interactions:

• Servant Leadership: We lead with authenticity, humility, and a focus on serving others.

• Power of Community: We believe in the strength of collaboration and recognize that we cannot succeed alone.

• Appreciation for the Individual: We honor diverse experiences, perspectives, and strengths, nurturing an inclusive atmosphere.

• Compelled By Faith: Our Christian faith inspires us to offer compassion and respect, creating a restorative environment.

• Excellence in Care: We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support that fosters growth and improvement for all involved.