Youth Behavioral Health Specialist - Frontline Care

PrairieCare; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) to support adolescent and young adult patients in a structured, compassionate environment. Shifts include day, evening, or overnight hours as needed, with a focus on safety and healing within our behavioral health programs.

You will work hands-on with patients, helping them follow daily schedules, engage in therapy and activities, and practice healthy coping strategies in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as Psychiatric Technician or Residential Counselor.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and supervision to patients.
• Support daily schedules including therapy, group activities, meals, and transitions.
• Facilitate mindfulness, recreation, and group activities to promote healing.
• Model calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a safe, structured environment.

Skills

Psychiatric Technician

Residential Counselor

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred

Job description

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) to support adolescent and young adult patients in a structured, compassionate environment. Shifts include day, evening, or overnight hours as needed, with a focus on safety and healing within our behavioral health programs.

You will work hands-on with patients, helping them follow daily schedules, engage in therapy and activities, and practice healthy coping strategies in a supportive team setting.