Behavioral Health Support Specialist (Part- Time)

The Salvation Army Central Territory • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Mental Health Respite Behavioral Health Support Specialist provides comprehensive day-to-day care and support to individuals residing in the respite program. The role promotes skill development, assists with daily living activities, and supports participants' social, recreational, and therapeutic programming. The specialist helps ensure a safe, structured environment, monitors participants for signs of crisis, and provides timely crisis intervention when needed.

The position supports The Salvation Army's mission to meet human needs in the name of Jesus Christ without discrimination and the Mental Health Respite program's aim of supporting personal growth, improving life skills, and helping participants transition to the least restrictive level of care in the community. Multiple part-time openings are available in a 24/7 program, at a compensation rate of $17.00 per hour. The role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or scheduled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to be flexible and work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to access payroll, timekeeping, and personal data using a web-based system.
• Administrative skills, including use of standard office equipment, data entry, attention to detail, and filing.
• Good written and spoken communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the service population.
• Must pass all applicable background checks.
• Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain Medication Aide Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must attain CPR/First Aid Certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must complete initial Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training within 6 months and annual requirements based on the program and participant population.
• Must obtain SafeServe Food Handler Certification within 90 days of employment or as directed.
• Must be able to meet the stated physical requirements, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to participants and assist with their individual needs.
• Help ensure participant and staff safety, including performing hourly checks of participant wellbeing and location.
• Administer and document scheduled medications and maintain secure medication storage.
• Administer Narcan as needed and coordinate emergency response when required.
• Support participants with chores and personal care tasks to promote healthy habits and use of coping strategies.
• Recognize early warning signs of distress or crisis and de-escalate and intervene according to established safety protocols.
• Encourage and facilitate participation in group activities, case management goals, and community outings.
• Assist with intake and discharge procedures, including fumigation and inventory of belongings.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of incidents, medication, and daily care.
• Participate in shift-change briefings and communicate with coworkers and leadership.
• Coordinate with outside providers and support systems as needed.
• Conduct random room searches, monitor for restricted items, supervise access to sharps, and manage their return to secured storage.
• Prepare and serve meals according to posted schedules and maintain cleanliness of dining areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED