Behavioral Health Specialist: Compassionate Patient Care

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) at Rappahannock General Hospital. The role involves direct patient care under supervision, documenting care, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure quality outcomes.

Required is a High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of mental health or health care experience preferred; a Bachelor’s degree is optional. Various licenses are preferred and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred.
• Licenses/certifications such as BLS, STNA, CNA, SWA, CDCA, Counselor in Training, HS-BCP, AAPT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision.
• Reports changes and shares pertinent information between patient and nurse.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely.
• Completes patient rounding, 15-minute checks and safety companion tasks as assigned.
• Collects patient data and conducts patient screenings as applicable.
• Participates in continued education and in-service training.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree, related field

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) at Rappahannock General Hospital. The role involves direct patient care under supervision, documenting care, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure quality outcomes.

Required is a High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of mental health or health care experience preferred; a Bachelor’s degree is optional. Various licenses are preferred and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.