Behavioral Health Specialist Full-Time

Houses of Hope•Lincoln, NE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Houses of Hope is seeking multiple full-time Behavioral Health Specialists to join their new Short-Term Residential program, opening in November. This program aims to provide compassionate, recovery-oriented care in a safe, welcoming, and trauma-informed environment for individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health needs. Joining at the program's inception offers a unique opportunity to shape the team's culture and service delivery. The ideal candidate values teamwork, communicates well, treats individuals with dignity and respect, and is driven to make a meaningful difference.

Requirements

Minimum age 21.
Valid Nebraska driver’s license and proof of insurance; clean DMV record.
CPR/First Aid and Med Aide Certified (training will be provided).
Bachelor’s Degree or two years of education in a related field with two years of experience in a related field.
Must be available to work during non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

Foster and maintain a safe, welcoming, respectful, and trauma-informed environment for all individuals served.
Interact with individuals in an empathetic, nonjudgmental, professional, and trauma-informed manner while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Provide supervision and support by reinforcing program expectations and appropriately redirecting or addressing behaviors as needed.
Complete assigned intake and discharge responsibilities.
Perform regular and routine observation checks of individuals receiving services and document observations accurately and timely.
Facilitate assigned psychoeducational groups.
Support individuals with daily activities and other program-related needs consistent with the responsibilities of the position.
Administer medications to individuals under the supervision of a licensed nurse and document medication administration accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
Administer drug screening and alcohol-use testing for individuals receiving services in accordance with established procedures.
Recognize and respond appropriately to crisis situations, including utilizing approved intervention and de-escalation techniques.
Notify appropriate staff immediately following stabilization of a crisis or significant incident.
Document significant clinical observations, behaviors, interventions, and interactions with individuals during each assigned shift.
Communicate relevant observations and concerns to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.
Collaborate professionally with multidisciplinary team members, including medical staff, social workers, peer support staff, counselors, program staff, and other professionals involved in services.
Assist with transportation of individuals to appointments, recreational activities, and other approved destinations using a company-provided vehicle.
Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic residential environment.