Behavioral Health Specialist

Healthcare AdminFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$25.63/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Cincinnati, OH 45219Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.63 HourlyBehavioral Health Specialist ( New-Beginnings) Do YOU enjoy helping youth ages 10-18 years old? If so, we may have the role YOU are looking for! Be part of a team providing innovative life changing residential care to youth in need.

The Behavioral Health Specialist utilizes their unique skills and understanding of trauma and mental health to provide direct care to teenage youth in a residential setting. They work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive service delivery.

The Behavioral Health Specialist plays a crucial role by providing and monitoring therapeutic interventions, engaging youth in treatment programing and in motivating a positive peer culture.

They are consistent in demonstrating therapeutic communication, unconditional positive regard and empathy during all interactions with youth and their families. Competitive pay based on licensure and educational experience.

Starting Hourly Rate - $17.00 and up Available Shifts Full-Time: Thursday- Sunday - 7:30am-3:30pm Part-Time: Saturday& Sunday - 7:30am-3:30pm Essential Functions: Supervise youth in a residential setting, provide crisis intervention as needed. Provide direct monitoring of youth and facility throughout the work shift.

Document any significant events in the log and progress notes, complete incident reports when appropriate. Plan and supervise recreation activities, assistant in meal preparation.

Why Work with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services

Rewarding career - make a difference in the lives of youth!

Top Workplace 2023 https://www.lys.org/lighthouse-youth-family-services-named-a-winner-in-enquirers-2023-top-workplaces-award/ Work for a diverse, seasoned and well respected agency with engaged leadership team Recovery Friendly Workplace Ability to work remotely for some roles Competitive pay based on licensure/education Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date) and Other Paid Leave Options (Holidays, FMLA, Bereavement and Parental Leave) Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long term disability insurance.

401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%) Tuition Reimbursement and Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program. Employee Assistance Program Engaging Wellness Program Referral Bonus Program Licensure renewal reimbursement; paid training and professional development opportunities.

Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure. Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care certification. Casual dress Join a winning organization with a great culture and work environment, and have a rewarding career that impacts the lives of youth and families! Find all open positions at https://www.lys.org/lyfscareers/ Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: 1. High School diploma/GED. Preferred Education and Experience: Associates or higher degree. At least 1 year of experience in serving at risk youth or in a residential program. A background or college courses in education, social work, or psychology. Additional Eligibility Qualifications: CPR / First Aid certified. Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities Good driving record

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct care and therapeutic interventions to youth in a residential setting while working as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for supervising youth, managing crisis situations, and documenting significant events and progress notes.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree or higher preferred. Applicants should possess CPR/First Aid certification, a good driving record, and ideally one year of experience working with at-risk youth.

Key Skills

DocumentationIncident ReportingRecreation PlanningYouth MentoringInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Healthcare Administration Career Context

Of the 40 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 25% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks18 jobs

401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
17%
Loan repayment
11% this job
CME allowance
11%
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Cincinnati

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$243k
Typical market rent
$1,414/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.4
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lighthouse Youth & Family Services

Mental Health Care
Cincinnati, OH
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated)
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Company paid life and long term disability insurance
401k Retirement Plan with company match (up to 6%)
Tuition Reimbursement
Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus Program