Behavioral Health Specialist

Overview $2/hr shift differential (Monday-Thursday Nights) $3/hr shift differential (Friday-Sunday Nights) $2/hr shift differential (Saturday-Sunday Days)  We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people. Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.   Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.   Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.   We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.  We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.  Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) is responsible for managing and maintaining the safety and well-being of individuals and staff within the unit, ensuring high standards of care and support for both adults and youth. This role involves conducting vital signs assessments, assisting individuals with daily needs, and providing exceptional customer service. The specialist will also accurately document services provided and significant interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Registration and Documentation:
  • Register individuals for services, including verifying Medicaid eligibility, enrolling in a health plan, and confirming third-party insurance coverage.
  • Collect necessary authorizations and release of information documents.
  • Accurately document all services and significant individual interactions in the EHR.
• Visitor Management:
  • Greet and receive visitors, ensuring security by following established procedures, monitoring the logbook, and issuing visitor badges.
• Safety and Security:
  • Conduct security screenings and inventory personal property upon admission.
  • Provide orientation to the Observation Unit and Short-term Inpatient Unit, educating individuals on their rights, grievance processes, expectations, and facility rules in accordance with Pennsylvania State regulations.
  • Maintain unit safety through continuous monitoring and intervention.
  • Use therapeutic techniques to de-escalate situations with escalated individuals, performing restraints or seclusions when necessary to ensure safety. Monitor individuals in seclusion or mechanical restraints every 15 minutes.
• Direct Care Support:
  • Assists individuals with activities of daily living, including eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring.
  • Lift, move, and transport individuals using proper body mechanics and accident prevention techniques.
  • Conduct and document vital signs, blood alcohol levels (BAL), urine drug screens, and urine pregnancy tests, reporting any questionable results to the RN or attending physician.

• Legal and Compliance Responsibilities:

• • Attend court-ordered hearings when subpoenaed, serve as a witness on petitions, and provide testimony as needed.

• Facility Maintenance:

• • Ensure the cleanliness of the facility and assigned units by performing light cleaning, collecting soiled linens, and laundering individuals' clothing as necessary.
  • Maintain overall safety and hygiene within the facility.

• Additional Duties:

• • Monitor and document individuals' status every 15 minutes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall operation and safety of the facility.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of behavioral health experience
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) or ability to obtain an NPI prior to the start date
• Must pass the following background checks
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

It would be great if you had:

• Certified training (Safe Clinch, CPR First Aid, therapeutic options, etc.)
• Completion of CNA or Patient Care Tech program
• Current Notary or have the ability to become a notary within the first 90 days

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance employer.

The typical hiring range for this role is: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.

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EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.

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