Behavioral Health Specialist I

UCHealth•Aurora, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Behavioral Health Specialist I helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients with behavioral health needs in inpatient, emergency department, or ambulatory settings by performing milieu management services. The position is onsite at UCHealth CeDAR in Aurora, Colorado, and is scheduled PRN for 0.00 hours per two-week pay period on night shifts. The specialist collaborates with the care team, monitors and documents patient coping mechanisms, provides crisis intervention when needed, contributes recommendations to care planning, and helps carry out care plans. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to act appropriately in a fast-paced environment while working with minimal supervision. UCHealth describes a career ladder offering opportunities to advance in skills, responsibilities, and pay. The organization also offers a comprehensive rewards program, with eligibility for some programs depending on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or satisfactory completion of a UCHealth-administered basic competency test in lieu of a high school diploma or GED.
One year of related behavioral health experience.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date. The card must remain valid through 60 days of hire; renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health-related field.
One year of experience in a residential or inpatient behavioral health treatment program.
One year of experience in a substance use disorder treatment program.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the care team to provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
Continually monitor and document patients’ coping mechanisms and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
Provide input and recommendations to the clinical team to help develop care plans and assist in carrying out plans for assigned clients.
Report changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional condition to the care team.
Follow instructions and pre-established guidelines while performing job functions.
Use critical thinking and decisive judgment, work with minimal supervision, and take appropriate action in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus, accumulated annually and paid in October during the third year of employment.
Annual merit pay increases based on performance standards.
Annual market reviews and base-pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degree and certificate programs.
Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.