State of Oklahoma
Behavioral Health Professional
State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73101
Behavioral Health Professional
The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is in search of a Behavioral Health Professional to discover needs and resources for juveniles in an inpatient setting. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Oklahoma's youth. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a team environment while building strong relationships with all levels of staff and collaborate with peers, while maintaining a high degree of discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality. The Behavioral Health Professional provides professional behavioral health services, including assessments and psychotherapy, to support recovery and wellness within a designated caseload or population, in a state agency, institution, or mental health facility or clinic. This includes collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to address the physical and behavioral health needs of individuals in services. Key Responsibilities: Interviews individuals and families to explore needs and resources of those requesting services, and provides assessments, individual, group, and family counseling. Develops treatment plans in collaboration with individuals/families in services and clinical team. Provides crisis intervention, ensuring services are individualized, provided with high fidelity evidence-based approaches, documented appropriately, and within direct care service standards set by the agency. Participates in interdisciplinary staffing and clinical consultations to ensure high quality clinical care and the needs of individuals served are met. Participates in on-call rotations within the facility, or unit, to ensure continuity of care to individuals in services. Compensation: Annual Salary: (commensurate with experience and qualifications) Minimum Qualifications: Level I - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, to become licensed by one of the following licensure boards: Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (Professional Counselor; Marriage and Family Therapist, and Behavioral Practitioner), Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (Alcohol and Drug Counselor). Level II
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the Oklahoma state licensure boards, or the completion of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, plus one (1) year of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity. Level III - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the Oklahoma state licensure boards, plus one (1) year of post-master's experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity or the completion a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, to become fully licensed, plus two (2) years of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity. Special Requirements: Applicants may be required to travel as part of their job responsibilities and possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license for operating state-owned vehicles. Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check. Must be licensed to practice or be receiving board approved supervision by an approved Oklahoma state licensure board. Why You'll Love It Here! HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you! Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees. Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions. Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Ample Time Off. Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future. Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it. Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service. Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements. Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Repayment options. About Us: Our vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. We collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma youth. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change the lives of Oklahoma's most at-risk youth! The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer. Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is in search of a Behavioral Health Professional to discover needs and resources for juveniles in an inpatient setting. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Oklahoma's youth. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in a team environment while building strong relationships with all levels of staff and collaborate with peers, while maintaining a high degree of discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality. The Behavioral Health Professional provides professional behavioral health services, including assessments and psychotherapy, to support recovery and wellness within a designated caseload or population, in a state agency, institution, or mental health facility or clinic. This includes collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to address the physical and behavioral health needs of individuals in services. Key Responsibilities: Interviews individuals and families to explore needs and resources of those requesting services, and provides assessments, individual, group, and family counseling. Develops treatment plans in collaboration with individuals/families in services and clinical team. Provides crisis intervention, ensuring services are individualized, provided with high fidelity evidence-based approaches, documented appropriately, and within direct care service standards set by the agency. Participates in interdisciplinary staffing and clinical consultations to ensure high quality clinical care and the needs of individuals served are met. Participates in on-call rotations within the facility, or unit, to ensure continuity of care to individuals in services. Compensation: Annual Salary: (commensurate with experience and qualifications) Minimum Qualifications: Level I - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, to become licensed by one of the following licensure boards: Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (Professional Counselor; Marriage and Family Therapist, and Behavioral Practitioner), Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (Alcohol and Drug Counselor). Level II
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the Oklahoma state licensure boards, or the completion of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, plus one (1) year of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity. Level III - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the Oklahoma state licensure boards, plus one (1) year of post-master's experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity or the completion a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, to become fully licensed, plus two (2) years of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity. Special Requirements: Applicants may be required to travel as part of their job responsibilities and possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license for operating state-owned vehicles. Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check. Must be licensed to practice or be receiving board approved supervision by an approved Oklahoma state licensure board. Why You'll Love It Here! HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. As a Hope-centered agency the Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you! Extensive Benefits: We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees. Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions. Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Ample Time Off. Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future. Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it. Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service. Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements. Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Repayment options. About Us: Our vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. We collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma youth. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change the lives of Oklahoma's most at-risk youth! The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer. Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.