Youth Behavioral Health Specialist — Hands-On Care

Newport Healthcare; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to support adolescent and young adult patients in our behavioral health programs. You will provide hands-on, compassionate care in a structured environment across residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a relevant bachelor’s degree preferred, and must obtain CPI and CPR within 30 days. Valid driver’s license required; positions include day/evening/overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for insurance coverage for driving the company’s vehicles.
• Must be minimum 21 years of age.
• Must become CPI and CPR certified within the first 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and supportive space by offering consistent, compassionate care and supervision that ensures patients’ emotional and physical well‑being.
• Guide and encourage patients as they move through their day whether attending therapy, group activities, meals, or moments of transition.
• Lead or support experiential activities (e.g., mindfulness, recreation, group engagement) that promote healing and connection.
• Model calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies in a way that builds trust and emotional safety.
• Document observations and interactions clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner to support treatment planning.
• Stay grounded and responsive during high‑stress or emotionally charged situations, helping restore calm through established strategies.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate professionally to support a connected, unified care environment.
• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality, maintaining patient dignity and respect in all interactions.
• Participate in ongoing training and development provided to grow clinical understanding and ability to provide trauma‑informed, values‑based care.
• Safely transport patients to and from program sites and external appointments following all safety standards and protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Newport Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to support adolescent and young adult patients in our behavioral health programs. You will provide hands-on, compassionate care in a structured environment across residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a relevant bachelor’s degree preferred, and must obtain CPI and CPR within 30 days. Valid driver’s license required; positions include day/evening/overnight shifts.