Behavioral Health Worker
About The Position
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMARY OF POSITION Provides support and stabilization services to clients in the Walk-in Center and Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provides peer and crisis support services, information, education and support for clients. Promotes wellness, recovery and skill building through group and individual interventions.
Requirements
- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Basic computer skills
- Education Level High School diploma or equivalent; Certified peer recovery specialist preferred
- Years of Experience One year of relevant job experience required, preferably in mental related field.
- Education/experience equivalency may be considered upon approval.
- Certification/Licensure N/A
Nice To Haves
- Skill in crisis intervention (preferred)
- Certified peer recovery specialist preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides training and interventions in both group and individual settings, focusing on the improvement of the client’s functioning and health-related issues.
- Obtains vital signs and reports results to nursing.
- Completes 15-minute safety checks.
- Provides assistance, supervision and interaction to client throughout work shift.
- Inventories, documents and secures client belongings.
- Ability to de-escalate clients using evidence-based de-escalation training, ie. Therapeutic Options, to include safety holds, as necessary.
- Use of basic technology, such as data entry and documentation of vital signs and shift notes.
- Obtains CPR, First Aid, and AED training to provide assistance to clients as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
