Behavioral Health Professional

Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs•Tecumseh, OK

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) is seeking a Behavioral Health Professional to identify needs and resources for juveniles in an inpatient setting. This role offers a significant opportunity to positively impact the lives of Oklahoma’s youth as they work towards their treatment goals. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, build strong relationships with staff, and collaborate effectively with peers while maintaining discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality. This position is a strong opportunity for candidates who have completed a master’s degree and are actively pursuing professional licensure, offering full salary and eligible state benefits while completing board-approved supervision. The position provides clinical services to youth receiving secure care treatment at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center (COJC) in Tecumseh, Oklahoma, including behavioral health assessment, psychotherapy, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support the physical, emotional, and behavioral health needs of youth in care. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and a $6,000 continuous service bonus are available, subject to eligibility criteria.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field.
Level I: 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: Must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the following Oklahoma state licensure boards: Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers (clinical specialty only), Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure, Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (examples of accepted licensure include: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor/Mental Health (LADC/MH)) 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 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, Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (Alcohol and Drug Counselor) plus one (1) year of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity.
Level III: Must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the following Oklahoma state licensure boards: Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers (clinical specialty only), Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure, Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (examples of accepted licensure include: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor/Mental Health (LADC/MH)) plus two (2) years of licensed experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity.
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 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.

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.
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

Full salary and eligible state benefits while completing board-approved supervision and progressing toward independent licensure (for Level I candidates).
$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.