Behavioral Health Specialist

Newport Healthcare • Rockville, MD

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) is a hands-on frontline team member in Newport Healthcare’s behavioral health programs for adolescents and young adults. The role helps create a safe, structured, compassionate environment where patients feel supported and empowered throughout their healing journey. BHS team members provide connection and stability as part of the care model, supporting patients’ daily experiences and well-being.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Patient-first mindset and commitment to high standards of support.
• Flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment, including the ability to respond to urgent or unexpected conditions during a shift.
• Ability to remain calm and composed and make sound decisions using analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Attentive and active listening skills, with patience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
• Collaborative approach, ability to build trust with colleagues, and effective communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability, including using available information to develop solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, compassionate care and supervision to support patients’ emotional and physical well-being.
• Guide and encourage patients through daily schedules, including therapy, group activities, meals, and transitions.
• Lead or support experiential activities, such as mindfulness practices, recreation, and group experiences, that promote healing and connection.
• Model calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies to build trust and emotional safety.
• Respond calmly to high-stress or emotionally charged situations and help restore calm using established strategies.
• Collaborate and communicate with team members to support a connected, unified care environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED