Behavioral Health Specialist - Maryview Medical Center
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional, following applicable federal, state, and local regulations and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies, procedures, and guidelines. The position is based in the Adult Psychiatric Unit at Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, and is full-time, working nights from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays required. The role supports quality patient care through vital-sign measurement, hygiene and mobility assistance, patient observation, safety services, and unit-based specialty duties. The specialist communicates patient changes and pertinent information to nurses, documents care as applicable, collects patient data, completes screenings, and participates in continuing education and in-service training. One year of experience in a mental health or healthcare setting is highly preferred.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- One year of experience in a mental health or healthcare setting is highly preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Health Association is preferred upon hire and must be obtained from an approved source before providing direct patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) certification.
- Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) certification.
- Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) qualification.
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) qualification.
- Counselor in Training qualification.
- Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP) qualification.
- American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) qualification.
- One year of experience in a mental health or healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional and in accordance with applicable regulations and organizational policies.
- Support quality patient care, including measuring vital signs, maintaining patient hygiene, assisting with mobility, and performing unit-based specialty duties.
- Act as a liaison between patients and nurses by reporting changes and sharing pertinent information.
- Document patient care accurately, precisely, and promptly when applicable.
- Complete patient rounding and 15-minute patient checks, and provide patient safety companion services as assigned.
- Collect patient data and complete applicable patient screenings.
- Participate in continuing education and in-service training.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
- 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- HSA/FSA options.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources and discounts.
- Paid time off.
- Parental and FMLA leave.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance.
- Professional development and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
