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Behavioral Health Specialist II - NIGHT SHIFT - Behavioral Health Ge

Penn State Health

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist II for the night shift. This role involves delivering various mental health treatment modalities and supporting a diverse patient population. Join a team that values innovative care and offers exceptional growth opportunities. With a focus on trauma-informed practices, you will help patients achieve stability in their lives. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee wellness and professional development.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs
Fitness Discounts
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of relevant experience required.
  • AHA BLS certification required before orientation ends.

Responsibilities

  • Provide mental health treatment and support to patients.
  • Assist primary nurse in managing patient needs.

Skills

Mental Health Treatment
Behavior Modification Strategies
Psycho-educational Groups
Clinical Judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree
AHA BLS Certification
PA Act 31 Child Abuse Training Certificate

Job description

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Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute

Penn State Health - Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute

Location: US:PA:Harrisburg

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Night

Hours: 7:00p-7:30a-every-other-weekend

Recruiter Contact: Savannah Paxton at spaxton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Demonstrates competency with interventions and clinical judgment based on unit population and age specific needs. Delivery of a variety of mental health treatment modalities, including psycho-educational groups, milieu management, and behavior modification strategies. Provides assistance to the primary nurse in management of patient needs and support services for effective completion of daily routine.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

  • Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of experience
  • AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
  • PA Act 31 Child Abuse Training Certificate.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

  • Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
  • Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
  • Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
  • Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
  • Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH PPI?

Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) is central Pennsylvania's leader in healing people with psychiatric and substance use disorders to achieve and maintain stability in their daily lives. A comprehensive team of specialists who provide sensitive, compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults through personalized treatment plans that meet unique patient needs. Located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, PPI has a modern 89-bed, inpatient facility at its Polyclinic campus at 2501 North Third Street. As well as two convenient locations offering outpatient services, the Division Street Clinic, and the Third Street Clinic.

We are a Trauma Informed Care (TIC) organization guided by SAMHSA's "Four R's": Realization about trauma, Recognizing the signs of trauma, Responding to trauma, and Resisting re-traumatization. Our therapeutic work is guided by the SAMHSA's core principles of Trauma Informed Care. We invite all individuals committed to providing quality care to be a part of our PPI team.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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