Youth Behavioral Health Specialist

Ohio Department of Youth Services; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Youth Services seeks a Behavioral Healthcare Provider to oversee facility behavioral health functions for youth at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. You will lead assessments, treatment planning, and crisis interventions while coordinating with families and partners.

The role requires licensure options in Ohio (LCDC II, LPC, LSW or similar) and a strong leadership mindset to habilitate youth and support staff in a demanding setting.

Qualifications

• Experience providing behavioral health services for youth.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and coordinate care.
• Proven knowledge of treatment planning and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Oversee behavioral health services for a caseload of youth at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility.
• Coordinate with family, regional office, parole officers, school, and community services.
• Complete discharges and aftercare planning; provide facility orientation.

Skills

Behavioral Health

Education

LCDC II

LPC

LSW

Job description

Ohio Department of Youth Services seeks a Behavioral Healthcare Provider to oversee facility behavioral health functions for youth at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. You will lead assessments, treatment planning, and crisis interventions while coordinating with families and partners.

The role requires licensure options in Ohio (LCDC II, LPC, LSW or similar) and a strong leadership mindset to habilitate youth and support staff in a demanding setting.