Behavioral Health Specialist

Newport Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in Minneapolis seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist to support adolescent and young adult patients in a hands‑on care role. You will foster a safe, structured setting and empower patients throughout their healing journey.

Responsibilities include supervising activities, guiding daily schedules, and leading mindfulness and group experiences while collaborating with the care team to maintain a calm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, structured, compassionate environment for adolescent and young adult patients.
• Provide consistent, compassionate care and supervision for emotional and physical well‑being.
• Guide patients through daily activities including therapy, meals, and transitions.
• Lead or support experiential activities (mindfulness, recreation, group experiences).
• Model calm and respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies.
• Collaborate with team members to support a connected care environment.

Skills

Patient care

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred

Job description

What You’ll Do

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) plays a vital, hands‑on role in shaping the daily experience of adolescent and young adult patients in Newport Healthcare’s behavioral health programs. As a frontline team member, you’ll create a safe, structured, and compassionate environment where patients feel supported, seen, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

What You’ll Do

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) plays a vital, hands‑on role in shaping the daily experience of adolescent and young adult patients in Newport Healthcare’s behavioral health programs. As a frontline team member, you’ll create a safe, structured, and compassionate environment where patients feel supported, seen, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

Responsibilities

This role isn’t just important; it’s foundational. BHS team members are the heart of our care model, offering meaningful connection and stability that make a lasting difference in young people’s lives. Key responsibilities include:

• Creating a safe and supportive space by offering consistent, compassionate care and supervision that ensures patients’ emotional and physical well‑being
• Guiding and encouraging patients as they move through their daily schedule—including therapy, group activities, meals, and moments of transition in between
• Leading or supporting experiential activities (such as mindfulness practices, recreation, and group experiences) that promote healing and connection
• Modeling calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies in a way that builds trust and emotional safety
• Staying grounded and responsive during high‑stress or emotionally charged situations, helping restore calm through established strategies
• Collaborating and communicating with team members to support a connected, unified care environment

What Makes You a Great Fit

• A patient‑first mindset that inspires you to reach the highest standards in supporting the young people in your care
• Flexibility within a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Ability to remain calm and composed, and to make good decisions using a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment
• The capacity to listen attentively and actively, with patience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
• A collaborative team player who can find common ground, build trust with colleagues, and communicate effectively
• A problem‑solver who digs deep and uses all the information available to craft skillful solutions
• Must be at least 21 years old, with a valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred

Compensation Range: $19.50-$23.50