Mental Health Specialist

6 months ago


Staunton, United States Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare Full time

Job Description

Responsibilities

Mental Health Technician opportunity - $2, sign-on bonus for Full-Time

Our Full-Time positions also come with Comprehensive Benefits , Generous Paid Time Off, Shift Differential, and Competitive Pay .

There is opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested.

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking highly-motivated individuals skilled in leadership and communication to fulfill the role of Mental Health Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a positive demeanor and sharp attention to detail, will demonstrate consistency and reliability, and must have a heart for helping mentally and behaviorally disabled teenage boys.

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare  is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley -- a region best known for its natural beauty -- in the charming city of  Staunton, Virginia . We provide trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males who are experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We also specialize in working with young men who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. We are a -bed facility with a program that prepares these young men for return to a home, a less restrictive environment, or to independent living. Our primary focus is on encouraging constructive change and personal growth, learning positive ways to get appropriate attention, improving behavior choices, developing a sense of responsibility for actions, learning problem-solving skills, and developing thinking patterns that support positive relationships.

This is a challenging population; therefore, we strive to create a safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the clinical professions . One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Liberty Point is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a team-based environment of care which includes clinical staff, case management, nurses, doctors, educators, leadership, and direct care personnel who routinely meet to exchange ideas, updates, strategies, and concerns. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At Liberty Point, you have a voice.

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We try to accommodate shift preference, however not all shifts are available at all times. Full-Time: 1st Shift: 7:am-3:pm2nd Shift: 3:pm-:pm3rd Shift: :pm-7:amall MHTs are required to work every other weekend Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 9:am-5:pm each day, Monday-Friday. Part-Time and PRN positions do not qualify for sign-on bonus or benefits.

Job Description & Essential Duties:

Provide direct supervision and care for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting Provide daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration to residents at different levels of ability Provide positive and appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, and guidance when needed Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with resident treatment plans and interventions Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff Serve as a role model for residents and other staff Assist in management of aggressive behavior
Qualifications

Successful candidates must meet the following requirements:

Must be at least  years of age Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record (preferred)

Successful candidates must also be able to :

Lift and carry up to pounds, Effectively use the full range of body motion, - sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed. Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training, Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques (CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)

The ideal candidate is/has:

Outgoing & Energetic Self-Motivated Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Able to multi-task Able to understand therapeutic boundaries Willing to be a team player and offer valuable insight to the team Strong leadership qualities Able to effectively communicate both verbally and via written documentation

Benefits :

Flexible scheduling -- no mandates Referral Bonus Home/Work Life Balance Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans (k) Retirement Plan with company match Life Insurance Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account Generous Paid Time Off Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment Free meals Company stock purchase discount Employee Assistance Program

Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

Liberty Point is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.



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