Behavioral Health Worker - Full Time

UHS•Kouts, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Center for Youth and Families, a subsidiary of UHS, has been serving youth with psychiatric treatment needs since 1997. It is a fully accredited, 74-bed private, residential treatment facility with locations in Valparaiso and Kouts, IN. The center is dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality behavioral healthcare services through its full-immersion Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program for children and adolescents aged 10-18 who struggle with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The Behavioral Health Worker is a crucial member of the treatment team, working full-time, 40 hours per week. Available schedules include Sunday-Thursday and Tuesday-Saturday, with premium pay for certain schedules and shifts. The facility is also hiring for day, evening, and overnight shifts, as well as Per Diem/PRN positions. The ideal candidate is driven by a desire to make a difference, possesses strong empathy and emotional intelligence, and is physically and mentally fit to care for patients. They are attentive during both quiet times and crisis situations, finding satisfaction in patient progress and family gratitude.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
One year of experience working in a psychiatric setting with patients aged 10-18yrs preferred
College student who has obtained or are pursuing their degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services are preferred

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
Implement elements of treatment plan and identified interventions to provide quality care
Document and communicate client behaviors
Follow clinical and unit programming
Assist with patient groups and activities
Provide DBT skills coaching with patients
Maintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniques

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement, up to $5250 annually, including four certificate/license-related classes
YMCA membership discount
Auto & Home insurance
Computer Purchasing Program
Mobile Wireless Carrier discounts - T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon
Identity Protection & Legal Plans
Family Planning Building Educational Resource
Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
Employee discount program
HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
Short & Long-term Disability
Personal Accident, Life & Dependent Life Insurance
Pet insurance
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
401(K) with company match, discounted stock plan
Employee Assistance Program