Mental Health Worker

1 month ago

Bethlehem, United States RHA Health Services Full time
We are hiring for:
Mental Health Worker / Outpatient
Type:
Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services

In school (Outpatient) Mental health workers, facilitate relationships school staff to identify at risk students, participate in SAP meetings and facilitate assessments to determine eligibility for services. Additionally, they focus on assisting children with coping, self-esteem, relationships, etc. through group, individual and family therapy.
Full Time/Part Time employment opportunity

Pay: $18-19/hour

This position has a $1,000 STAY BONUS

Bonus paid as follows:
  • 3 Months of Employment $250
  • 6 Months of Employment $250
  • 12 Months of Employment $500
Required Education/Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in psychology, sociology, social work, nursing, rehabilitation, pre-med, theology, or anthropology or any bachelor's degree in human services;
  • Work Experience: Minimum of one years' experience in a CASSP System Program.
Essential Job-Related Responsibilities
  • Individual/group and family therapist
  • School collaboration/liaison
  • Participated in SAP meetings
  • Treatment plan development/reviews
  • Intake and ongoing regulatory assessments
  • crisis intervention/support
  • Supervision/in-service trainings
  • Collaborates with Mental Health Professional on client and family needs/concerns
Work skills
  • Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with child, parent/guardian, treatment team members, and other personnel involved in child's treatment.
  • Must possess ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with children, families, and staff from a variety of cultures and social backgrounds.
  • Must have knowledge of various therapy techniques and counseling strategies applicable to serving complex family systems.
  • Must have knowledge of child development and common behavioral disorders exhibited by children and adolescents.
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must display professional attitude.
  • Must display empathy, active listening skills, critical thinking/problem solving skills
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Competencies (Mental Health Worker-Outpatient)
  • Accepting Responsibility (Supported by Be Proactive) -Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes; and uses them as opportunities for learning and development; openly discusses his or her actions and their consequences, both good and bad.
  • Setting Objectives and Goals-(Supported by Beginning with the End in Mind) - Create meaningful, measurable, and attainable treatment plan goals and objectives for treatment planning, as well as personal and professional development
  • Prioritizing and Organizing Work-(Supported by Put First Things First) Allocates time and attention based on what is most important to achieve key goals and objectives. Effectively organizes and balances tasks and priorities to keep multiple projects on track.
  • Assists in maintains client schedules to assure we are meeting their needs and scheduling when they are available. Submitting electronic health records and time worked within expected time frames.
  • Attend mandated, group, individual and team supervision as scheduled.
  • Assists in maintaining an organized schedule to maximize productivity.
  • Adhere to scheduled sessions and attend required supervision.
  • Training/supervision - Has an authentic interpersonal style that engages others and encourages high performance in
  • Attend trainings and conferences as directed by supervisor, in accordance with company policy, and pursuant to applicable regulations.
  • Attend required supervision sessions and staff meetings in accordance with program/company requirements.
  • Communicating Effectively (Supported by Seek First to Understand then to be Understood) -Share's information. Listens and involves others. Clearly Conveys ideas in a manner that engages others and helps them understand and retain the message. Communicates with other providers and coordinates care regularly with all individuals involved in treatment.
  • Adheres to HIPAA privacy regulations and Department of Human Services/CASSP principle guidelines.
  • Adheres to Mandated Reporter protocol and effectively communicates concerns with program management.
  • Work collaboratively with members of the treatment team and other service providers to ensure comprehensive case management.
  • Displaying Creativity - (Supported by Synergize) - Uses creativity appropriately to drive progress and encourages others to do the same. Makes innovation a priority among team members.
  • Proactively plans for all session to promote an intentionally postured service approach.
  • Independently research creative and relevant interactive therapeutic interventions
  • Managing Stress-(Supported by Sharpening the Saw) Uses healthy and effective methods to manage stress (e.g., maintaining appropriate diet, exercise, and sleep schedules); reacts effectively when faced with high-pressure situations
  • Championing the needs of the People we Support/Customers (Supports Culture of Caring)-Provides timely and professional service to both internal requests and the requests of the people we support and customers; is responsive to the people we support and customers' needs and requests. Is always courteous to the people we support or customer and considers the needs of the people we support or customer when making decisions.
  • Being available to transport client and/or families in the community, as necessary.
  • Be available to de-escalate/divert hospitalization and/or assist in facilitating a hospitalization if deemed medically necessary.
  • Following Policies and Procedures- Understands and follows company policies; encourages others to follow work rules; calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures.
  • Meeting Basic Work Expectations-Complies with basic job requirements and tasks; arrives at work on time as scheduled; proactively informs others when he/she encounters problems that may limit his/her ability to meet expectations.
  • Works collaboratively with treatment team and stakeholders t0 assure all client treatment needs are met.
  • Utilize crisis prevention techniques as deemed appropriate.
  • Document treatment data/results that are clinically relevant on progress notes and submit in a timely manner (within 24 hours of each encounter).
  • Complete client intake paperwork per company/program guidelines and regulations.
  • Complete recurrent assessments and treatment plans within the regulated timeframes.
  • Develops and updates treatment plans for all clients on caseload or as directed.
  • Completes EVS insurance eligibility checks as needed
  • Collaborate with other providers to secure appropriate aftercare/discharge services and community linkages supports during the course of treatment.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other miscellaneous meetings, as necessary
Growth Horizons and Salisbury Behavioral Health are now a part of RHA Health Services. RHA is excited to be able to continue providing the same high-quality behavioral health and IDD services that Salisbury Behavioral Health and Growth Horizons have provided in their communities in Pennsylvania.

Pre-employment screening:
  • Complete criminal background
  • Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
  • Drug testing
  • Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
  • Proof of employment history or references (if required)
  • Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
  • Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday
  • Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money
  • Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
  • Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
  • 401(k) retirement savings program
  • Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
  • Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
  • Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.

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