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Behavioral Health Specialist PRN

1 month ago


Richmond, California, United States Bon Secours Mercy Health Full time

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Shifts 7P-7A

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Essential Job Functions

  • Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.

  • Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.

  • Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.

  • Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.

  • Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

  • Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.

  • Completes patient rounding and 15-minute patient checks as assigned.

  • Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.

  • May collect patient data within scope of role

  • May complete patient screenings as applicable

  • May facilitate groups within scope (community, current events, etc.), treatment teams and participate in family meetings.

  • Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support American Health Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) (preferred)

Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) (preferred)

Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) (preferred)

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) (preferred)

Counselor in Training (preferred)

Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS- BCP) (preferred)

American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma/GED (required)

Bachelors, related field (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                                                              x                                     

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)                                        x                                                                      

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                                                         x                                     

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                                                    x                                                                      

Stoop, Kneel                                                                                                       x                                     

Crawling                                                x                                                                                                   

Climbing                                                 x                                                                                                  

Balance                                                  x                                                                                                   

Bending                                                 x                                                                                                   

Work Position

Frequency                                               0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Sitting                                                                                    x                                                                    

Walking                                                                                                                                               x      

Standing                                                                                                              x                                      

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity – near

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Skills

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Patient and family engagement and relationship building skills

Teamwork

Active listening

Monitoring patient's condition

Communication with nursing and physicians regarding any patient changes and/or concerns

Timely and concise patient documentation

Patient confidentiality

Attention to detail

Deescalating patients

Understanding patient event codes, and role during a code.

Physical restraint and deescalating skills

Crisis Intervention

Facilitating group training & treatment team meetings

Supporting family meetings

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com