Behavioral Health Specialist

University of Arkansas System

Behavioral Health Specialist providing assessments and therapy for mental health in the HEALS Lab. Responsibilities include crisis intervention and community engagement within various settings.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Strong ability to maintain meticulous documentation and foster positive relationships with diverse professionals in various settings.

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Mental Health DiagnosisCognitive Processing TherapyDialectical Behavior TherapyEvidence-Based PracticeMaster’s Degree in Counseling or Related Field

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Hard Skills

AssessmentTreatment Plan DevelopmentCrisis InterventionIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyPsychoeducational GroupsStructured AssessmentsDocumentationManualized InterventionsSubstance Use Disorder Knowledge

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Written SkillsStrong Verbal SkillsPublic Speaking SkillsTeam-Focused Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMS WordExcelPowerPointAccessOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed in a Mental Health FieldValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthTrauma SequelaeBest Practice GuidelinesGrants and ContractsCommunity Mental Health

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Schedule will be determined at hire based on team needs. Some evening and weekend hours may be required, depending on coverage.
The Behavioral Health Specialist is housed within the Health and the Legal System (HEALS) Lab in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.
The incumbent will be assigned to grants and contracts within the team.
Major responsibilities include providing assessment, brief intervention, treatment plan development, individual/group therapy, psychoeducational groups, crisis intervention, referral coordination, and administrative support as assigned.
The incumbent will also maintain timely and meticulous documentation in all clinical and/or research roles.
Assigned duties may occur in-person and virtually at the UAMS campus and/or at various locations in the community, including within jails and prisons.
Exact assignments may change over time depending on funding and team needs; flexibility, willingness to continue to learn, and a team-focused attitude to assignments are requirements of the position.
For all assignments, the incumbent must have an understanding of mental health diagnosis, assessment, and treatment, especially posttraumatic stress disorder and trauma sequelae more broadly, and substance use disorder.
The incumbent must be willing to be trained in and administer structured assessments in addition to therapeutic services.
Our team commonly uses manualized interventions, and we adhere to best practice guidelines for intervention, so an appreciation for evidence-based practice is required.
Prior experience with Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other manualized evidence-based interventions is valued.
This position requires the ability to interact and develop strong positive working relationships with a diverse group of professionals at all levels within the organization and the outside community.
The incumbent will represent UAMS and HEALS Lab in a positive and professional manner and adhere to all best practices, guidelines, policies, and procedures as established.
Willingness to undertake in-state travel to community sites is a requirement of the position.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or other mental health-related field
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be licensed in a Mental Health field or eligible in the State of Arkansas
Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent PC skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook); internet
Training and public speaking skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Willingness to engage in statewide travel as assigned

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy