Behavioral Health Specialist - St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours Health System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network as a Behavioral Health Specialist at St. Mary's Hospital, delivering direct patient care and support. This full-time role includes essential functions such as patient assessment, documentation, and maintaining hygiene. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a bachelor's degree and relevant certifications. Enjoy a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and educational assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred.
• Licensing in BLS, STNA, or CNA preferred.
• Education in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Document patient data accurately and timely.
• Assist with patient mobility and hygiene.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Mobility assistance

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree, related field

Job description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Behavioral Health Specialist– St. Mary's Hospital

Full Time Day/Evening Shifts

Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2500! Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH).

Essential Functions:

• 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.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED (required)

• Bachelor’s Degree, related field (preferred)

Licensing & Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Health Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

• State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) (preferred)

• Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) (preferred)

• Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) (preferred)

• Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) (preferred)

• Counselor in Training (preferred)

• Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS- BCP) (preferred)

• American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) (preferred)

Experience:

• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]