Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in Arkansas
Behavioral Health Specialist jobs in Arkansas are active across community mental health centers, state-operated psychiatric facilities, and substance use treatment programs, with openings at the entry, mid-career, and senior clinical levels. The heaviest hiring is in Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Jonesboro, where large employers like Arkansas Children's Hospital, Baptist Health, and the Arkansas Department of Human Services maintain ongoing behavioral health teams. The most in-demand specialties are crisis intervention, substance use counseling, and trauma-informed care for underserved rural populations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Required: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy. Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of Arkansas issued by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy.
Experience Required: Experience in a retail pharmacy setting, with demonstrated knowledge of medication therapy management and prescription-processing workflows.
Preferred: Prior experience serving as a Pharmacist in Charge or in a supervisory/lead pharmacist role; experience managing a controlled substance program and DEA compliance; experience with psychiatric/behavioral health pharmacotherapy.
Knowledge / Skills
Required: Working knowledge of Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy regulations DEA controlled-substance requirements. Strong clinical pharmacology and drug-interaction knowledge, including medication classes common to a behavioral health population. Proficiency with pharmacy management and EHR systems. Effective personnel supervision, staff development, and interdisciplinary communication skills.
Preferred: Board Certification in Psychiatric Pharmacy (BCPP) or another relevant specialty (BCACP, BCPS) through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties; quality/process-improvement methodology experience; budget and inventory management experience; experience precepting pharmacy students or residents.
Physical: This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information. Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Carrying up to 20 pounds. Frequent sitting, standing, bending, stooping, walking and reaching. Long-term bending, sitting, standing, computer work and squatting.
JOB SUMMARY
The Behavioral Health Outpatient Pharmacy Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is responsible for the clinical, operational, regulatory, and administrative oversight of the St. Bernard’s Behavioral Health (SBBH) outpatient pharmacy. The PIC ensures the safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients with mental health and substance use disorders while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.
This position provides leadership to pharmacy staff, collaborates with behavioral health providers and interdisciplinary care teams, oversees medication management services, and promotes quality improvement initiatives that optimize patient outcomes. The Pharmacist in Charge serves as the pharmacist of record designated to the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy for the SBBH outpatient pharmacy permit and is accountable for controlled substance recordkeeping, staffing coverage during posted hours of operation, and all conditions of permit compliance.
Location: St. Bernards Healthcare · SPECIALTY PHARMACY
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, M-F 8am-4:30pm
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education Required: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy. Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of Arkansas issued by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy.
Experience Required: Experience in a retail pharmacy setting, with demonstrated knowledge of medication therapy management and prescription-processing workflows.
Preferred: Prior experience serving as a Pharmacist in Charge or in a supervisory/lead pharmacist role; experience managing a controlled substance program and DEA compliance; experience with psychiatric/behavioral health pharmacotherapy.
Knowledge / Skills
Required: Working knowledge of Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy regulations DEA controlled-substance requirements. Strong clinical pharmacology and drug-interaction knowledge, including medication classes common to a behavioral health population. Proficiency with pharmacy management and EHR systems. Effective personnel supervision, staff development, and interdisciplinary communication skills.
Preferred: Board Certification in Psychiatric Pharmacy (BCPP) or another relevant specialty (BCACP, BCPS) through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties; quality/process-improvement methodology experience; budget and inventory management experience; experience precepting pharmacy students or residents.
Physical: This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information. Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Carrying up to 20 pounds. Frequent sitting, standing, bending, stooping, walking and reaching. Long-term bending, sitting, standing, computer work and squatting.
JOB SUMMARY
The Behavioral Health Outpatient Pharmacy Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is responsible for the clinical, operational, regulatory, and administrative oversight of the St. Bernard’s Behavioral Health (SBBH) outpatient pharmacy. The PIC ensures the safe, accurate, and efficient delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients with mental health and substance use disorders while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.
This position provides leadership to pharmacy staff, collaborates with behavioral health providers and interdisciplinary care teams, oversees medication management services, and promotes quality improvement initiatives that optimize patient outcomes. The Pharmacist in Charge serves as the pharmacist of record designated to the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy for the SBBH outpatient pharmacy permit and is accountable for controlled substance recordkeeping, staffing coverage during posted hours of operation, and all conditions of permit compliance.
Location: St. Bernards Healthcare · SPECIALTY PHARMACY
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, M-F 8am-4:30pm
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What Arkansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health specialist jobs across Arkansas.
- Active Arkansas licensure or certification from the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling or equivalent board
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related behavioral health field
- Experience delivering direct behavioral health services in community, clinical, or residential settings
- Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation in compliance with state and federal standards
- Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment or service plans
- Valid Arkansas driver's license and willingness to travel to satellite sites or client homes
Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health specialist in Arkansas?
Most Arkansas employers require at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling, with licensure adding a competitive edge. The Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling oversees licensure for licensed professional counselors, while the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board governs social work credentials. Candidates pursuing substance use roles often obtain a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor credential through the Arkansas Substance Abuse Certification Board before or alongside employment.
Which companies hire behavioral health specialists in Arkansas?
Employers hiring behavioral health specialists in Arkansas right now include Freeman Health System, St. Bernards Healthcare, and Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arkansas's network of community mental health centers and state-contracted behavioral health organizations drives steady, year-round hiring across the state.
Which Arkansas cities have the most behavioral health specialist jobs?
Springdale, White Hall, and Jonesboro have the most behavioral health specialist openings in Arkansas. Little Rock anchors demand as the state capital and home to the largest hospital systems and state agencies, while Fayetteville's growth in the Northwest Arkansas corridor has expanded outpatient and community-based programs, and Jonesboro serves as the regional hub for behavioral health services in the Delta and northeast Arkansas.
Are there remote behavioral health specialist jobs in Arkansas?
Yes, but they are limited. About 0% of behavioral health specialist openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on and community-based nature of most roles. Telehealth counseling and care coordination functions are the areas where remote arrangements appear most often.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health specialist in Arkansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for behavioral health technician or mental health associate roles, which Arkansas employers like community mental health centers and the Arkansas Department of Human Services routinely fill without requiring clinical licensure. A bachelor's degree combined with a practicum or field placement at an Arkansas facility strengthens your application significantly. Lateral moves from case management, residential support, or peer support specialist roles are a common bridge into specialist positions.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs in Arkansas?
You can find and apply to behavioral health specialist jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arkansas openings across community mental health, hospital, and government settings. Search the roles that match your credentials and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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