Who We Are

Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness is the nonprofit Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) and a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) 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.


6 Career Opportunities at Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness


New Posting Front Offce Support/FCM
Hot Springs, AR71913

OBHAW has an immediate opening for Front Office/Financial Case Manager for the main Hot Springs location. This position is Monday - Friday, full time with a complete benefit package, including paid holidays and a generous PTO plan.

Come join a team where you will feel welcome and belong while bringing hope and health to our communities, one life at a time.

OBHAW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation, please contact staff in the Department of Human Resources via email at HRDept@OBHAW.org or via telephone at 501.620.5126.


New Posting Qualified Behavioral Health Paraprofessional-CLIMB
Hot Springs, AR71913

Full Time Qualified Behavioral Health Professional position is open for our children's CLIMB program. Candidate should have experience working with children and adolescents that may have emotional and/or behavioral problems. Excellent benefits and PTO and paid holidays the first year. Preferred Bachelor's Degree. This is an excellent way to get experience if you are interested in working in the field of mental health.


New Posting Quality Assurance Behavioral Health Specialist
Hot Springs, AR71913

Job Summary: Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness is seeking a full-time Mental Health Quality Improvement Specialist for our Compliance and Clinical Divisions. The successful candidate will perform complex administrative tasks, including planning, organizing, informing, and supporting the activities of direct service staff through EHR and documentation training, chart auditing, report review, and follow-up on external audit results. This role involves providing guidance and developing processes to implement quality improvement actions that ensure the security and confidentiality of consumer medical records in compliance with laws, regulations, HIPAA, and Authority standards, and lead OBHAW’s Client/Consumer Council.


Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the nonprofit community mental health facility serving the community mental health needs of five area counties for over 50 years. As an OBHAW team member, you will join our commitment to bring hope and health to our communities, one life at a time. Our team members are dedicated to creating a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these principles should guide us: Do the Right Thing - Respect Dignity - Excellence in Everything - Empower People - Celebrate Success.

As part of our employee community you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. In addition, we offer paid holidays and a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plan. NHSC student loan reimbursement.

Come join a team where you will feel welcome and belong while bringing hope and health to our communities, one life at a time.

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


Now Hiring: Are you a licensed Mental Health Professional (MHP) looking for an exciting opportunity in the beautiful city of Hot Springs? Look no further! We are currently hiring a licensed MHP, preferably a LPC or LCSW, to join our outpatient team at Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, student loan reimbursement through NHSC, and a supportive environment that values professional growth and development. Come work for the largest community mental health organization in our area. 


PRN LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Hot Springs, AR71913

Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the nonprofit community mental health facility for five area counties and has been serving our community mental health needs for over 50 years. As an OBHAW team member, you will join our commitment to bring hope and health to our communities, one life at a time. Our team members are dedicated to creating a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these principles should guide our work: Do the Right Thing - Respect Dignity - Excellence in Everything - Empower People - Celebrate Success.

Come join a team where you will feel welcome and belong while bringing hope and health to our communities, one life at a time.

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