Mental Health Support Specialist
24 hours ago
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Support Specialist to join our team at KVC Health Systems.
About the Role
The Mental Health Support Specialist will provide support to patients with mental health disorders, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse by assisting with daily living activities and implementing therapeutic interventions under clinician supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Assist with hygiene, meal prep, and medication management; monitor and document patient behavior and well-being.
- Behavioral Support: Implement individual treatment plans and help patients develop coping skills.
- Crisis Intervention: Respond to crises, ensuring patient safety and de-escalating situations.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, confidential records of patient interactions and treatment progress.
- Collaboration: Work with healthcare professionals on treatment planning; attend team meetings.
- Education and Support: Educate patients and families about mental health; facilitate group therapy and workshops.
- Compliance: Follow regulations and policies, including HIPAA and safety protocols.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma required; associate's degree in a related field preferred.
- Experience: Prior experience in behavioral health is preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, crisis intervention, empathy, and documentation skills.
- Certifications: CPR/First Aid certification required; additional certifications like CBHT are a plus.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift.
Working Conditions
May work in clinical, residential, or community settings with potential exposure to challenging behaviors; flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, may be required.
Compensation
Pay starts at $17.00 per hour with an earning potential of up to $25.50 based on education, experience in the field, and shift.
Available Shifts
We have full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available. Other shifts available include Behavioral Health Technician-Day Shift (7:30a-3:30pm), Behavioral Health Technician-Weekday Evening (3:30p-11:30p), and Behavioral Health Technician-Overnight Shift (11:30p-7:00p).
Shift Differentials
Available shift differentials include $3.00 for weekday evenings, $2.00 for weekend shifts, and $2.00 for overnight shifts. Please note that these differentials compound upon one another, so if someone would be working overnights on the weekend, they would be making $2.50 on top of their base pay.
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