Job Description

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With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Candidates maybe eligible for $2500.00 sign on incentive! Ask your recruiter for details.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.

• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.

• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.

• Provides accurate , precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.

• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated .

• Completes patient rounding and 15-minute patient checks as assigned.

• Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.

• May collect patient data within scope of role

• May complete patient screenings as applicable

• May facilitate groups within scope (community, current events, etc.), treatment teams and participate in family meetings.

• Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support American Health Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

State Tested Nursing Aide ( STNA ) (preferred)

Certified Nursing Aide ( CNA ) (preferred)

Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) (preferred)

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)(preferred)

Counselor in Training (preferred)

Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS- BCP) (preferred)

American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma/GED (required)

Bachelor s, related field (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Why Choose Bon Secours?

At Bon Secours we're focused on bringing our core values to life every day through compassionate health care.

From the moment you join Bon Secours, we’re committed to growing, training and developing you for a fulfilling and mission-driven career because we’re a health care community driven by the strength of our people.

With the support of your colleagues, tools and technology, you can focus on preparing for your next step, instead of finding your next job. Learn more about us at careers.bonsecours.com .

 

Life and Work Should Fit Together

We believe all employees, and their families, should have access to comprehensive care plans, tailored to support their needs.

· Well-being Support: Access to mental health resources, condition management programs and clinical expertise

· Education Assistance: Tuition support for critical clinical roles such as nursing, medical assisting, laboratory and more

· Time Off: Enjoy at least three weeks of paid time off along with seven paid holidays

· Family Support: Industry-leading eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave plus adoption assistance

· Travel Nurse program: Choose to work in different units, facilities or even travel across our organization

· Career conversations like regular performance check-ins, career discussions and role-specific training opportunities to help to identify your next step

· Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I): Our employee resource groups provide leadership development, programs, support, and tools to enable recognition and growth

· Optional benefits like legal, identity theft protection and critical illness insurance

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