Behavioral Health Specialist II

Behavioral Health Specialist II in

37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi $43,509.31 - $45,684.78 Annually Location 37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS Full-Time Job Number 9259-0373-202620261014

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date 10/16/2026 10/23/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada) Agency Minimum Salary

• 43,509.31
• 45,684.78

About the Agency Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. The Behavioral Health Specialist II is professional, psychological work. Duties include intervention of problematic behavior, staff training, development of Integrated and Behavior Support Plans, programmatic inservicing, alternative training, behavior drills, functional diagnostic assessments, client evaluations, data management, psychiatric clinic, monitoring of psychotropic medication, obtaining consents, Human Rights committee presentations, On-Call after hours psychological support, and any other duties in the provision of direct and indirect client services. Vacancy is at the Lumberton Community Homes. What you'll need to be Successful Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment. Preferred Qualifications Requires Master's Degree in Psychology or a related field acceptable to the hiring agency, a minimum of 5-6 years of experience, and full licensure or certification (LPC, LMFT, LM/CSW, L/CMHT, L/CIDDT, L/CAT). Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201 #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Mississippi