Behavioral Health Specialist

Oriana House, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Eight Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Job summary

Oriana House, Inc. seeks a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist to support clients during a night shift (11pm–7am) in Akron, OH. The role offers a tiered hourly pay scale based on education: $17 with a HS diploma, $18 with a Bachelor's, and $19 with a Master's degree.

Responsibilities include shift reporting, on-floor supervision, group activities, drug screenings, crisis intervention, and ensuring client safety. The job emphasizes training, compliance, and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Complete 40 hours of training within 60 days to become Qualified Behavior Health Specialist.
• Must be eligible to obtain CDCA within three months and maintain licensure in good standing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work with diverse client population.

Responsibilities

• Reads, initials, and dates shift reports within the first 60 minutes of shift.
• Maintain active floor presence, monitor clients, report concerns to staff.
• Conduct focus groups, counseling groups under supervision, and screenings.
• Monitor medication compliance and document issues for clinical staff.
• Provide emotional support and participate in recreational activities with clients.
• Encourage participation in clinical, social, educational, or recreational activities.
• Understand and implement Individual Treatment Plans.
• Intervene in crises to protect clients and staff per policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Observation skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Must complete 40 hours of training in 60 days

Job description

Job Details

Description

• TIERED PAY RATE**

$17.00/hour with HS Diploma or GED

$18.00/hour with Bachelor's Degree

$19.00/hour with Master's Degree

Opportunities for advancement.

Shift: Part-time

11pm-7am

Week one- Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Week Two- Sunday and Tuesday

Essential functions of this job include, but not limited to:

• Reads, initials, and dates shift reports within first 60 minutes of shift.
• Maintains an active presence on the floor (common and group room areas) by conducting frequent circulations of the unit at a minimum 30 minute intervals. Monitors clients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and immediately reports any concerns to supervisory or clinical staff. Checks for unsafe conditions and unit cleanliness. Documents and corrects conditions/takes steps to correct conditions as required.
• Completes scheduled activities including, but not limited to: focus group activities, counseling groups under appropriate clinical supervision, intakes, random alco-sensor tests, urine drug screens, dorm/room searches, and emergency drills (fire, tornado, etc.) in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitors medication compliance and reports and documents any non-compliance to clinical and or medical staff.
• Listens to all clients and provides emotional support and encouragement to them.
• Participates in recreational activities with clients including card games, sports, puzzles, etc. Engages clients in exercises or activities and ensures their safety.
• Encourages clients to attend and participate in clinical, social, educational, or recreational activities.
• Understands and implements Individual Treatment Plans.
• Intervenes as necessary in crisis situations to protect clients from injuring other clients, staff, and/or themselves according to policy.

Full Time Benefits

• Medical Insurance and Prescription Card
• Paid Hospital Days
• Eight Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 10 Vacation Days per year
• 10 Personal-Sick Days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Program and Incentives, including FitThumb Wellness App.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent. Must complete 40 hours of training in the first 60 days of hire to become a Qualified Behavior Health Specialist under the Medicaid guidelines. Must be eligible and willing to obtain a CDCA within three months of working in the facility. Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing. Must be willing to demonstrate a positive attitude regarding the disease concept of addiction. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with regulations governing the disclosure of client information and storage of client records required. Valid driver's license and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered from Agency liability insurance. Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

Oriana House Recruiters may reach out to applicants via text messaging.

Oriana House Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.