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Behavioral Health Specialist

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) manages and maintains the safety of the individuals and staff. Takes vitals and assists individuals in meeting their needs while on the unit by providing exceptional customer service. Documents services provided and significant interactions in the Electronic Health Record.

• Conducts security screening and inventories property of individuals upon admission to the facility. Provides orientation to the Observation Unit and Short-term Inpatient Unit. Educates individuals on their rights under DBHDS and DMAS regulations, grievance process, provides expectations, and explains rules and regulations.
• Maintains safety of the unit.
• Intervenes with escalated individuals using therapeutic techniques for de-escalation and performs restraints or seclusions (if applicable) when needed to ensure the individual's safety and the safety of others. Completes 1-to-1 on an individual in seclusion or mechanical restraints for 15 minutes.
• Lifts, moves, and transports individuals using proper body mechanics or accident prevention.
• Assists individuals with activities of daily living to include eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring.
• Conducts and documents individual's vitals and reports all questionable results to the RN / Physician attending the individual. Conducts and documents all BAL, urine drug screens, and urine pregnancy tests.
• Attends court ordered hearings when subpoenaed and be a witness on a petition and provide testimony at court ordered hearings.
• Documents all services and significant individual interactions in the Electronic Health Record.
• Monitors and documents individuals every 15 minutes.
• Responsible for maintaining and ensuring the cleanliness of the facility and designated assigned unit. Performs light cleaning of interior center, collects soiled linen, and launders individuals clothing when needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance employer.

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.