Behavioral Health Support Specialist

1 week ago


Portland, United States Unity Full time

Overview

We continue our commitment to raise the bar on the quality of behavioral health care provided to those in our community who suffer from mental illness. Finding the best people to join our team is crucial in meeting our goals. If you thrive in a team environment and you want to provide administrative support and customer service in a patient care setting, join us as we build an integrated, qualified team dedicated to behavioral health.

Unity Center for Behavioral Health is a 24-hour behavioral and mental health services center located in the greater Portland metropolitan area. We provide immediate psychiatric care and a path to stabilization and recovery for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Unity Center offers mental health treatment to adults and adolescents aged 9 to 17. We also have the only emergency department specifically for behavioral health emergencies in Oregon called the Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES). It serves adults 18 and older. We believe in a trauma informed approach to assessment and treatment. For more information, please visit our website: . 

Responsibilities

The behavioral health unit specialist participates with the health care team in delivering quality and customer focused health care to patients. The behavioral health unit specialist provides administrative and clerical services for a behavioral health nursing unit(s). The behavioral health unit specialist escorts and provides visitor management, manages legal status documentation and documents, communicates relevant information to the greater health care team, assists in supporting the unit leadership in scheduling appointments, assists with the patient belongings process, assists with collection and management of quality reporting, and supports day to day unit operations. The behavioral health unit specialist must have critical thinking skills, high attention to detail and integrity.

Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience : Six months of office/clerical experience is required; six months of office/clerical experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred. Experience working with trauma informed care highly preferred.

Skills : Proficient in understanding of medical and behavioral health terminology strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work accurately. Expert communication skills required. Ability to effectively communicate with licensed independent providers, social workers, and other health care professionals. Excellent teamwork skills required. Must be able to proficiently operate applicable computer systems. Knowledge of legal proceedings as they



  • Portland, Oregon, United States Unity Full time

    Overview We continue our commitment to raise the bar on the quality of behavioral health care provided to those in our community who suffer from mental illness. Finding the best people to join our team is crucial in meeting our goals. If you thrive in a team environment and you want to provide administrative support and customer service in a patient care...


  • Portland, United States Urban League of Portland Full time

    DEPARTMENT: Housing REPORTS TO: Housing Manager HOURS & LOCATION: 1 (FTE) 40 hours per week (non-exempt), Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., may require occasional late hours SALARY: $26.50 SCOPE: The peer support specialist will be responsible for the development and on-going provision of peer support services within the...


  • Portland, United States CAIRO Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $23.00 an hourOrganization BackgroundThe Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO)’s mission is dedicated to enhancing social justice and achieving parity for the diverse African immigrants and refugee communities in Oregon and Central Minnesota through community organizing, collaborative...


  • Portland, United States CAIRO Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $23.00 an hourOrganization BackgroundThe Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO)’s mission is dedicated to enhancing social justice and achieving parity for the diverse African immigrants and refugee communities in Oregon and Central Minnesota through community organizing, collaborative...


  • Portland, United States CAIRO Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $23.00 an hourOrganization BackgroundThe Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO)’s mission is dedicated to enhancing social justice and achieving parity for the diverse African immigrants and refugee communities in Oregon and Central Minnesota through community organizing, collaborative...

  • Behavior Specialist

    1 month ago


    Portland, United States Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with behavioral challenges? Are you seeking a rewarding career that allows you to utilize your expertise in behavioral intervention strategies? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. as a Behavior...

  • Behavior Specialist

    1 week ago


    Portland, United States Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with behavioral challenges? Are you seeking a rewarding career that allows you to utilize your expertise in behavioral intervention strategies? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. as a Behavior...

  • Behavior Specialist

    1 month ago


    Portland, United States Alternative Services – Oregon, Inc Full time

    Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with behavioral challenges? Are you seeking a rewarding career that allows you to utilize your expertise in behavioral intervention strategies? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. as a Behavior Specialist and embark on a journey...

  • Behavior Specialist

    2 weeks ago


    Portland, United States Alternative Services – Oregon, Inc Full time

    Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with behavioral challenges? Are you seeking a rewarding career that allows you to utilize your expertise in behavioral intervention strategies? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join Alternative Services - Oregon, Inc. as a Behavior Specialist and embark on a journey...


  • Portland, United States Urban League of Portland Full time

    Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO) M110 Behavioral Health Resource Network (BHRN). Multnomah County LatinX PSS/PWS/CRM Job DescriptionPay: $25 FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Hours and Shifts TBD Benefits: This is a benefited position as outlined in the MHAAO Employee Handbook TITLE: Peer Support Specialist/Certified Recovery Mentor...


  • Portland, United States Urban League of Portland Full time

    Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO) M110 Behavioral Health Resource Network (BHRN). Multnomah County LatinX PSS/PWS/CRM Job DescriptionPay: $25 FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Hours and Shifts TBD Benefits: This is a benefited position as outlined in the MHAAO Employee Handbook TITLE: Peer Support Specialist/Certified Recovery Mentor...


  • Portland, United States Maine Health Full time

    Part Time 165 Lancaster St. Behavioral Health Day/Evening Supporting the Portland Community Peer Support Specialists provide one-on-one support to people in the community, at their homes, and/or at the location where the peer supporter works. Peer Support Specialists also provide group facilitation in various topics related to the setting in which they...


  • Portland, United States Maine Health Full time

    Part Time 165 Lancaster St. Behavioral Health Day/Evening Supporting the Portland Community Peer Support Specialists provide one-on-one support to people in the community, at their homes, and/or at the location where the peer supporter works. Peer Support Specialists also provide group facilitation in various topics related to the setting in which they...


  • Portland, Maine, United States Seven Hills Foundation Full time

    Overview $24 per hour Are you looking to make a difference and promote healthy and happy lives? Do you have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities and significant life challenges helping them to achieve their fullest potential? If so, consider joining us here at Seven Hills Rhode Island where our CORE VALUES include Respect &...


  • Portland, United States Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC Full time $72,000 - $135,000

    Behavioral Health Therapist. Remote and Hybrid Positions Available in Portland, Oregon. Come join our team! At Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC, we value our employees and our culture of respect, trustworthiness, transparency, empathy, engagement, and connection as we strive to provide the best treatment to those we serve.Serving clients in Oregon...


  • Portland, United States Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC Full time $72,000 - $135,000

    Behavioral Health Therapist. Remote and Hybrid Positions Available in Portland, Oregon. Come join our team! At Mindful Mental and Behavioral Health PLLC, we value our employees and our culture of respect, trustworthiness, transparency, empathy, engagement, and connection as we strive to provide the best treatment to those we serve.Serving clients in Oregon...


  • Portland, Maine, United States Pathways Health and Community Support, LLC. Full time

    Description About this role As a Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) you will work with clients from 0-21 years old with behavioral and/or mental health diagnoses, some who are possibly at risk of removal from their home. Through weekly client meetings and parent skill trainings, you will work with the client families on specified treatment plan goals, in...


  • Portland, United States Providence Health & Service Full time

    Description Peer Support Specialist at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR. Full-Time/Day Shift The Peer Support Specialist will be an essential part of the Behavioral Health Team. Provides telephonic and in person support and assistance with connection to outpatient behavioral health, substance use and other community services to patients who...


  • Portland, United States City of Portland Full time

    The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) serves alongside an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and a Mental Health Crisis Responder, responding to low-acuity, non-life threatening 911 calls pertaining to behavioral health, substance use, and/or welfare che Support Specialist, Support, Specialist, Mental Health, Peer, Medical Technician, Healthcare


  • Portland, Oregon, United States Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare Full time

    Please note: Must have an active Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) registry prior to consideration for Peer positions. If you are unsure if your registry is active, please visit this website ) to confirm.The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The location is Woodland Park Health Center.The Peer Specialist will work...