Behavioral Health Specialist

About the role

This position provides direct support and monitoring to clients in a residential treatment setting. The role involves maintaining a safe, structured environment by conducting regular unit checks, facilitating scheduled activities, and offering emotional support and encouragement to clients.

Responsibilities

• Reads, initials, and dates shift reports within first 60 minutes of shift
• Maintains an active presence on the floor (common and group room areas) by conducting frequent circulations of the unit at a minimum 30 minute intervals
• Monitors clients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and immediately reports any concerns to supervisory or clinical staff
• Checks for unsafe conditions and unit cleanliness; documents and corrects conditions/takes steps to correct conditions as required
• Completes scheduled activities including, but not limited to: focus group activities, counseling groups under appropriate clinical supervision, intakes, random alco-sensor tests, urine drug screens, dorm/room searches, and emergency drills (fire, tornado, etc.) in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Monitors medication compliance and reports and documents any non-compliance to clinical and or medical staff
• Listens to all clients and provides emotional support and encouragement to them
• Participates in recreational activities with clients including card games, sports, puzzles, etc.; engages clients in exercises or activities and ensures their safety
• Encourages clients to attend and participate in clinical, social, educational, or recreational activities
• Understands and implements Individual Treatment Plans
• Intervenes as necessary in crisis situations to protect clients from injuring other clients, staff, and/or themselves according to policy

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must complete 40 hours of training in the first 60 days of hire to become a Qualified Behavior Health Specialist under the Medicaid guidelines
• Must be eligible and willing to obtain a CDCA within three months of working in the facility
• Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing
• Must be willing to demonstrate a positive attitude regarding the disease concept of addiction
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with regulations governing the disclosure of client information and storage of client records required
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered from Agency liability insurance
• Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population

Pay

• $17.00/hour with HS Diploma or GED
• $18.00/hour with Bachelor's Degree
• $19.00/hour with Master's Degree
• Opportunities for advancement

Schedule

Part-time 11pm-7am. Week one: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Week Two: Sunday and Tuesday.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance and Prescription Card
• Paid Hospital Days
• Eight Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 10 Vacation Days per year
• 10 Personal-Sick Days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Program and Incentives, including FitThumb Wellness App
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness