Behavioral Health Specialist — Compassionate Patient Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA options

Life insurance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist at Richmond Community Hospital to provide direct patient care under supervision and follow hospital policies. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, rounded rounds, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure safety and quality care for patients.

The position supports ongoing education and requires at least a high school diploma, with preferred bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1 year in mental health or healthcare

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality patient care, provides vital sign measurement, maintains patient hygiene, assists with mobility, and supports unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between the patient and nurse to report changes and share pertinent information.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Completes patient rounding, 15-minute patient checks, and patient safety companion services as assigned.
• Collects patient data and completes 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 seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist at Richmond Community Hospital to provide direct patient care under supervision and follow hospital policies. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, rounded rounds, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure safety and quality care for patients.

The position supports ongoing education and requires at least a high school diploma, with preferred bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1 year in mental health or healthcare