Behavioral Health Technician II

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Behavioral Health Technician II in Rankin County to support mental wellness through direct services, psychoeducation, and counseling. Work includes group and individual sessions under supervision, aiding treatment planning, and delivering behavior support.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Psychology or related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience; preferred background in substance use and co-occurring disorders, and ability to facilitate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field and 2-4 years of experience.
• Agency prefers experience with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
• Experience facilitating psychoeducational groups is desirable.
• Evening work is required for community AA meetings and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Assess, identify, and treat mental health/behavioral concerns.
• Provide psychoeducation, individual therapy, and supportive counseling.
• Deliver group therapy and assist with treatment plan development.
• Provide behavior support services under supervision of licensed staff.
• Administer screening assessments of behavioral and emotional functioning.

Skills

Good attitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician II in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$26,185.60 - $46,019.56 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9257-0374-20260911rank

Opening Date

09/11/2026

10/2/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

• $26,185.60
• $46,019.56

About the Agency

The mission of Mississippi State Hospital (MSH) is to help the individuals we serve achieve mental wellness by encouraging hope, promoting safety, and supporting recovery while utilizing resources effectively. Call Human Resources for more information at 601-351-8020.

Second-level Behavioral Health professional work in assessing, identifying, and treating mental health/behavioral concerns. Individuals in this classification provide direct services to individuals, including psychoeducation, individual therapy/supportive counseling, group therapy, assistance with treatment plan development, and behavior support services. Individuals in this classification provide services while under the direct supervision of an appropriately licensed/certified Behavioral Health professional, including the administration of screening assessments of behavioral and emotional functioning, intelligence, achievement, and adaptive functioning.

What you'll need to be Successful

Successful candidates must have a good attitude, be ready and willing to learn and grow, have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field (social work/services, education, criminal justice, etc.) and 2-4 years of experience.AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals impacted by substance use and co-occurring behavioral health needs. This position requires experience facilitating psychoeducational groups. The individual will also assist in transporting patients to community-based programs such as AA meetings and assist with activities of daily living. Evening work is required for community AA meetings.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201