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.


5 Career Opportunities at Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness


New Posting Lead Residential Manager
Hot Springs, AR71913

Ouachita Behavioral Health & Wellness (OBHAW) is a nonprofit community mental health organization serving the behavioral and mental health needs for the five-county area in and surrounding Hot Springs, Arkansas, for over 50 years. We are a values-driven organization and believe in these guiding principles: Do the Right Thing – Respect Dignity – Excellence in Everything – Empower People – Celebrate Success.

OBHAW is dedicated to creating a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. OBHAW employees join the commitment to bring 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 are an applicant and require accommodation, please contact us via email at [email protected] or telephone at 501.620.5126. *Please no agencies or recruiters.


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. 


Crisis and Resource QBHP
Hot Springs, AR71913

Now Hiring: Are you  looking for an exciting opportunity in the beautiful city of Hot Springs? Look no further! We are currently hiring a crisis stabilization QBHP to join our emergency services team at Ouachita Behavioral Health and 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.


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.

Retention Bonus' Available.

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.