Behavioral Health Specialist

Granitehillshospital; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging environment

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Career development

Shift differentials

Job summary

Granite Hills Hospital in West Allis, WI is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to join our treatment team. This full- or part-time role includes day (7am–7pm) or night (7pm–7am) shifts with weekend work and shift differentials.

We value empathetic, attentive care and a calm, crisis-ready presence to support patients of all ages in a 120-bed behavioral health facility. Training and career growth opportunities are available within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; CNA preferred; Associates or Bachelor’s in a related field preferred
• College student pursuing a degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services preferred; Nursing students strongly preferred
• 1+ year experience preferred; inpatient psychiatric hospital experience and crisis intervention techniques are a plus
• Experience conducting group therapy, vital signs, and documenting progress notes in a clinical setting

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
• Provide routine patient care as required in a psychiatric environment
• Document and communicate unusual or erratic changes in client behaviors
• Assist with patient groups and activities
• Work with culturally and generationally diverse populations to meet individual needs
• Provide trauma-informed and age-specific care
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniques

Skills

Crisis intervention

Group therapy

Vital signs

Nursing progress notes

Inpatient psychiatric care

Education

Associates/Bachelor's in related field (preferred)

CNA certification (preferred)

College student in behavioral health-related degree (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

Behavioral Health Specialist Opportunity -

Granite Hills Hospital is a 120-bed behavioral health facility care facility located in West Allis, WI. We are dedicated to offering high-quality, patient centered behavioral healthcare for the greater Milwaukee community. Our new 120-bed facility features evidence-based treatment for adolescents, adults, and older adults.

Website: https://granitehillshospital.com/

The Behavioral Health Specialist is a vital part of Granite Hills Hospital’s treatment team. This is a full time or part time position with an opportunity to work on the day (7am - 7pm) or night (7pm - 7am) shift. Our full time and part time positions require employees to work every other weekend and there is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Who You Are

It’s the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It's taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It's the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are physically and mentally fit and have what it takes to care for patients of all ages. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are a in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient’s noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. It's these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.

As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will:

• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
• Provide routine patient care as required in a psychiatric environment
• Document and communicate unusual or erratic changes in client behaviors
• Assist with patient groups and activities
• Work with culturally and generationally diverse populations to meet their individual needs
• Provide trauma informed and age‑specific care
• Maintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniques

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Shift differentials are paid for evening, night and weekend shifts

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were over $11 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has over 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhsinc.com

Qualifications

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; CNA preferred; Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• College student who has obtained or are pursuing their degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services are preferred. Nursing Students Strongly preferred
• One (1) or more year(s) of experience preferred - Preferable experience includes:
  • Experience working within an inpatient psychiatric hospital with children, adolescents and/or adults.
  • Experience with utilizing crisis intervention verbal and physical techniques
  • Experience conducting group therapy sessions, performing vital signs and documenting nursing progress notes.

EEO Statement

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