Youth 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

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.