Behavioral Health Specialist *$500 Hiring Incentive*

**$500 hiring bonus after 6 months of employment**

Behavioral Health Specialists are responsible for working at an OMHAS certified facility and conducting entry level tasks of a Behavior Health Clinician while performing safety and security duties under close supervision.

Interviewees accepting a position as a Behavioral Health Specialist will need to complete trainings to become a Qualified Mental Health Specialist/Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist (QMHS/QBHS) and a Chemical Dependency Certified Assistant (CDCA).

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent. Must complete 40 hours of training in the first 30 days of hire to become a Qualified Behavior Health Specialist. Must be eligible and willing to obtain a CDCA within three months of working in the facility. 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.

Schedule:

2nd shift: 4pm-12am (weekends required)

3rd shift: 12am-8am (weekends required)

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

• 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 of 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 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 and provides emotional support and encouragement to all clients
• Participates in recreational activities with clients including card games, sports, puzzles, etc. Engages clients in exercises or activities
• 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.
• Effectively communicates emergency situations in a timely manner to co-workers and a facility supervisor as required. Completes required documentation in an accurate timely manner.
• Notifies a facility supervisor immediately when law enforcement officers, fire department, and/or EMS personnel are called to the unit.
• Maintains confidentiality of client files and individual client logs electronic health records.
• Accurately completes the following documentation during the shift: whereabouts/counts, shift reports, action reports, circulations, and daily clean up lists.
• Completes clinical documentation in Care Logic for all clinical services provided under licensed clinical supervision in an accurate and timely manner.
• Searches and accepts appropriate drop off items. Does not accept contraband and excess property into the facility. Maintains security of drop off items until they are given to clients.
• Maintains clients’ property storage area and accurate property log. Immediately inventories, packs, and secures property of AWOL, terminated, and hospitalized clients with another employee present at all times.
• Remains at his/her post until relieved by another employee. If required to work additional hours, notifies a facility supervisor.
• Keeps staff post clean. Monitors, orders, and maintains supplies and forms for each staff post. Remains awake and alert while on duty to ensure responsiveness to staff, client, and/or facility needs.
• Records demographic information accurately in Care Logic as needed. Maintains the timeliness of documentation as outlined in facility protocols.
• Inventories clients’ property in an accurate manner. Stores property and ensures its security. Releases property in an accurate manner to clients who leave the unit.
• Collects urine specimens in accordance with Agency policy and procedures.
• Continues professional training and stays current in professional developments in order to maintain a CDCA and training required to maintain the Qualified Mental Health Specialist Medicaid designation.

Full-Time Benefits:

• ANTHEM PPO plus prescription card
• $20,000 TERM-LIFE INSURANCE POLICY
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE (60% of lost income on 91st day of disability).
• VACATION HOURS – 80 hours (10 days) per year (accrue at rate of 6.72 hours per month) to a maximum of 600 hours.
• PERSONAL-SICK HOURS – 80 hours (10 days) per year (accrue at a rate of 6.72 hours per month) to a maximum of 400 hours (50 days).
• HOSPITAL HOURS – 96 hours (12 days) per year (accrue at a rate of 8 hours per month) to a maximum of 288 hours.
• HOLIDAYS – eight paid holidays
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM (must be employed for one year).
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• RETIREMENT PLAN 403(b)
• DENTAL PLAN (Employee paid)
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)

Oriana House Recruiters may reach out to applicants via text messaging.

Oriana House Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 – $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)
• CDCA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location