Behavioral Health Specialist II

State of Mississippi

Morton (MS)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid personal leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement programs

Deferred compensation

Credit union

Tuition reimbursement

Career development and training

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist II in Scott County, MS. The role forms part of state government employment with benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, holidays, and retirement plans.

Applicants should review the stated education options and licensure questions; many programs offer career development and potential promotional opportunities within state government.

Qualifications

Highest education levels listed by the agency for applicants.

Education

8th grade

GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma

30 semester hours

Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours

90 semester hours

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Specialist Degree

Doctorate Degree

9th grade

10th grade

11th grade

Job description

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Health/Prescription Insurance

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.

Life Insurance

All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee’s annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.

Optional Insurances

Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.

Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave

Military Leave

In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.

Holidays

Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation’s celebrations with family and friends.

Retirement Programs

The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State’s retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State’s retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us

Deferred Compensation

State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.

State Credit Union

All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development and Training

The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.

Promotional Opportunities

Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.

Many job classifications provide career‑ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual’s salary, provided funds are available within the agency.

How many years of related experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed in Psychology or a related field acceptable to the hiring agency?