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Behavioral Health Specialist

Newport Healthcare
United States, Connecticut, Bethlehem
Jul 02, 2026
What You'll Do

BHS roles exist across multiple levels of care including 24/7 residential treatment and inpatient hospital settings, as well as outpatient/IOP/PHP programs.

Key Performance Responsibilities:

  • Create a safe and supportive space by offering consistent, compassionate care and supervision that ensures patients' emotional and physical well-being.
  • Guide and encourage patients as they move through their day whether attending therapy, group activities, meals, or moments of transition.
  • Lead or support experiential activities (e.g., mindfulness, recreation, group engagement) that promote healing and connection.
  • Model calm, respectful behavior and healthy coping strategies in a way that builds trust and emotional safety.
  • Document observations and interactions clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner to support treatment planning.
  • Stay grounded and responsive during high-stress or emotionally charged situations, helping restore calm through established strategies.
  • Collaborate with team members and communicate professionally to support a connected, unified care environment.
  • Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality, maintaining patient dignity and respect in all interactions.
  • Participate in ongoing training and development provided to grow clinical understanding and ability to provide trauma-informed, values-based care.
  • Safely transport patients to and from program sites and external appointments (e.g., doctors, labs) following all safety standards and protocols.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Education, Experience, License Requirements:

    • High School Diploma or GED required.
    • Bachelor's Degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred.
    • Prior work experience in other behavioral treatment settings, a plus.
    • Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for insurance coverage for driving the company's vehicles.
    • Must be minimum 21 years of age.

Must become CPI and CPR certified within the first 30 days.

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