Behavioral Health Professional

Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs•Tecumseh, OK

2d•$66,000 - $76,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is seeking a Behavioral Health Professional to assess needs and resources for juveniles in an inpatient setting. This role offers a chance to positively influence the lives of Oklahoma's youth as they work towards their treatment objectives. The successful candidate will be adept at teamwork, building relationships across all staff levels, and maintaining discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality. This position is ideal for individuals who have completed a master's degree and are pursuing professional licensure, offering full-time employment with salary and state benefits while gaining supervised experience towards independent licensure.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field.
Must be licensed to practice or be receiving board approved supervision by an approved Oklahoma state licensure board.
Must be able to pass OSBI and FBI background check.
A trial period of 12 months will be required.
Possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license for operating state-owned vehicles.

Nice To Haves

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).
One (1) year of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity (for Level II).
Two (2) years of licensed experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity (for Level III).

Responsibilities

Manages an assigned clinical caseload of youth, serving as the primary individual and family therapist, and leading the development, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized treatment plans.
Provides individual, group, and family therapy services using evidence-based and trauma-informed practices. Common modalities utilized at COJC include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Problematic Sexual Behavior–Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents (PSB-CBT-A), as well as other clinically appropriate interventions.
Provides crisis intervention services to youth in accordance with COJC policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
Develops, facilitates, and evaluates treatment plans in collaboration with youth, caregivers, and members of the interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure individualized, goal-oriented care.
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, clinical staffing, supervision, and consultation to support high-quality clinical care and address the therapeutic needs of youth and their families.
Participates in on-call behavioral health provider rotations to ensure continuity of care and timely clinical response.
Maintains accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation in compliance with agency standards, licensing requirements, and best practices.
Adheres to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including consumer rights, confidentiality standards (e.g., HIPAA), professional ethics, and accreditation requirements relevant to the position.
Monitors youth progress toward treatment goals and adjust interventions based on clinical need and measurable outcomes.
Maintains professional licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements in accordance with state and professional standards.
Contributes to a trauma-informed, hope-centered, and culturally responsive treatment environment consistent with facility’s mission and values.
Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Ability to multi-task and adapt to demanding and changing timelines.
Ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, integrity and sensitivity to confidentiality and privacy.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment while building strong relationships with all levels of staff and effectively collaborating, communicating, respecting, and assisting peers.

Benefits

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE
$6,000 CONTINUOUS SERVICE BONUS AVAILABLE
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 health and dependent care expenses.
Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
11 paid holidays a year.
Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.
Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.
Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.