Who We Are

Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness is the nonprofit Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) for five surrounding counties. You may receive services in one of our five locations that are located in Hot Springs, Malvern, Arkadelphia, Glenwood, and Mt Ida.

We see over 5,500 clients per year, half of whom have a serious mental illness. Current estimates indicate that 83% of those we serve are low to moderate-income, with 61% being on Medicaid.

Perhaps the most compelling reason to choose Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness as your source for counseling is our approach to treatment. We employ a team of over 50 trained professionals who are trained in evidence-based counseling techniques and specialize in certain disorders. We believe that everyone can be healed, and we have the resources to help you get there. All of our providers, from our licensed counselors to our psychiatrist, use a personalized approach to care. We work in partnership with clients to develop treatment plans. We believe that person-centered treatment is the most effective.

Our mission at OBHAW is to bring hope and healing to our community, one life at a time, and we see that carried out daily. At OBHAW, we believe that a collaborative, whole-person approach to behavioral health care will help people in our communities to heal. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual find a path too healing that fits them. Our mission guides our organization in seeking out and continuing services and programs that help bring hope and health to each person within our communities.


3 Career Opportunities at Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness


New Posting Front Offce Support/FCM
Hot Springs, AR71913

Do you have a passion for making a difference? We are seeking an exceptional Front Office Support Team Member to join our nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community.

Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the oldest nonprofit mental health organization in the area, and we are dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community. Our team members work together to create a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these values should guide us: Openness - Balance - Honesty & Integrity - Accountability - Work Together.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Paid holidays and a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plan.
  • 401k retirement plan with 4% employer match.
  • NHSC student loan reimbursement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a mission-driven organization.
  • A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation, creativity, and a shared commitment to making a difference.

Join us today in our mission to create lasting change!

OBHAW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 501.620.5126.


New Posting Qualified Behavioral Health Paraprofessional
Hot Springs, AR71913

Do you have a passion for making a difference? We are seeking an exceptional Qualified Behavioral Health Professional (QBHP) to join our nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community.

Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the oldest nonprofit mental health organization in the area, and we are dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community. Our team members work together to create a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these values should guide us: Openness - Balance - Honesty & Integrity - Accountability - Work Together.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Paid holidays and a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plan.
  • 401k retirement plan with 4% employer match.
  • NHSC student loan reimbursement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a mission-driven organization.
  • A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation, creativity, and a shared commitment to making a difference.

Join us today in our mission to create lasting change!

OBHAW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 501.620.5126.


New Posting Program Coordinator
Malvern, AR72104

Do you have a passion for making a difference? We are seeking an exceptional Program Coordinator based in Malvern, AR to join our nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community.

Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the oldest nonprofit mental health organization in the area, and we are dedicated to transforming lives and creating positive change in our community. Our team members work together to create a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these values should guide us: Openness - Balance - Honesty & Integrity - Accountability - Work Together.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Paid holidays and a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plan.
  • 401k retirement plan with 4% employer match.
  • NHSC student loan reimbursement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a mission-driven organization.
  • A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation, creativity, and a shared commitment to making a difference.

Join us today in our mission to create lasting change!

OBHAW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 501.620.5126.