Behavioral Health Professional

State of Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs

Tecumseh, Oklahoma, US
Base: level i $66,000; level ii $71,000; level iii...
Master's degree in psychology or social work
Evidence-based therapy modalities like cbt and dbt
Trauma-informed care practices
The position provides clinical services including behavioral health assessment and psychotherapy to youth in a secure care setting at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center

Job Summary

  • The position provides clinical services including behavioral health assessment and psychotherapy to youth in a secure care setting at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center.
  • Candidates actively working toward licensure can be hired as Level I professionals to receive full salary while completing board-approved supervision.
  • The role offers competitive benefits including comprehensive health coverage, a generous retirement match, and up to $6,000 in continuous service bonuses.

Matching Summary

The position provides clinical services including behavioral health assessment and psychotherapy to youth in a secure care setting at the Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center.

Salary

Base: Level I $66,000; Level II $71,000; Level III $76,000; Bonus: $5,000 sign-on bonus available; Benefits: State paid benefit allowance, health insurance, retirement match, 15 days vacation, 15 days sick leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in psychology or social work
  • Evidence-based therapy modalities like CBT and DBT
  • Trauma-informed care practices
  • Crisis intervention skills
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Strong relationship building with youth and families
  • Culturally responsive treatment environment
  • Ability to multi-task in demanding timelines
  • High degree of discretion and integrity

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
  • Oklahoma state licensure or active board-approved supervision
  • Pass OSBI and FBI background checks
  • Valid Oklahoma driver's license required
  • Level II requires one year experience; Level III requires two years licensed experience

Work Rights

Must pass OSBI and FBI background check

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