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Behavioral Health Specialist

UHS·Nevada, Missouri

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care to children and adolescents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Responsibilities include supporting patients with mood disorders and trauma in a residential or acute setting.

Responsibilities

  • Heartland Behavioral Health has been providing care for children and adolescents for over 100 years in Nevada, Missouri.
  • We treat male and female patients ages 4 through 17 in acute and ages 4 through 17 females in the residential programs for conditions ranging from depression, anxiety and other mood disorders to recovering from a traumatic event.
  • All of our programs have been designed and tailored to help our patients grow and prosper.
  • Heartland programs are provided with a focus on Trauma Informed Care.
  • Heartland is nestled within 50 secluded acres in Nevada, Missouri, providing the perfect rural area setting for our residents to heal and grow.
  • A reprieve from everyday life, our peaceful environment allows residents to return to the basics and reconnect with themselves and others.
  • We also offer leisure activities, such as baseball, basketball and an equestrian program, that allow children and adolescents to enjoy themselves while building self-confidence, trust and teamwork.
  • Join our team and help us change lives!
  • The Behavioral Health Specialist performs direct patient care duties and services under the direct supervision of the unit charge nurse.
  • There may be times that this position requires an extension of shifts/hours through mandation and decrease of shifts/hours available being placed in low census status.
  • These are dependent upon facility operational needs.
  • Benefit Highlights: Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Educational reimbursement for qualified positions Loan Repayment Program Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generours Paid Time Off Career development opportunities SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Some previous college courses in related field preferred.
  • Must be able to complete CPR and Crisis Management certification.
  • Prefer one year experience dealing with emotionally-disturbed or chemically-dependent individuals.
  • Legible handwriting and ability to construct grammatically correct sentence structure.
  • Must be 21 years or older About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.
  • Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023.
  • During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
  • Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.
  • Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S.
  • States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 21 years old. Preference is given to those with college coursework in a related field or one year of experience with emotionally disturbed or chemically dependent individuals.

  • high school
  • Written Communication
  • Patient Monitoring
  • CPR
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Crisis Management
  • Behavioral Health Support

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Prescription Drug Plans
  • Discounted Stock Plan
  • Loan Repayment Program

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Nevada, Missouri
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
Closes
Jul 27, 2026
Application
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UH

Hiring organization

UHS

Located in Aiken, South Carolina, which was named 2018’s “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273 licensed-bed acute care facility that offers a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional is...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Missouri behavioral health roles stay competitive

Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.

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