What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist in the Army or Army Reserves position at U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion?
Work one weekend a month, two weeks a year over the summer in the Army Reserves. The US Army and Army Reserves has multiple vacancies for an entry level Behavior Health Specialist,. You do not require prior training or experience in this career field in order to qualify for this position. If you qualify, you will be given a date to attend the 10 week Basic training followed by the 20 week Advanced Individual Training (AIT). You would receive full time Army pay and Benefits while attending training. 17 Nationally Recognized Certifications are available with this training.
As a Behavior Health Specialist, you'll work under the supervision of psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers to help administer mental health care to service members. You'll conduct intake interviews and counsel patients to ensure they get the treatment they need to be productive and healthy members of the Army. Additionally, you'll be needed to help your fellow soldiers learn to manage any existing mental health conditions, behavior problems, struggles with drugs and alcohol, and stresses that arise as part of Army service.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS :
- Educational : Tuition Assistance / Reserve Montgomery GI Bill / Student Loan Repayment Program
- Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
- Earn College Credits from Training and Certifications
- Hiring preferences in Civilian Employment with Partnership for Youth Success Program
- Training and Security Clearances can be used for Civilian Employment
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Background check
- Drug screening
- Speaks English
- At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher
Additional Entry Level Medical Specialties include :
68B Orthopedic Specialist
68C Practical Nursing Specialist
68D Operating Room Specialist
68E Dental Specialist
68F Physical Therapy Specialist
68G Patient Administration Specialist
68P Radiology Specialist
68Q Pharmacy Specialist
68S Preventative Medicine Specialist
68W Army Medical Specialist
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