Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Horizon Corporations; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and profit sharing

Student loan assistance

Capella University tuition discount (9

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Horizon Village in Buffalo, NY, is looking for a Behavioral Health Assistant to join our detox and stabilization center on a part-time basis. You'll help with admissions and discharges, conduct hourly rounds, and support patients through recovery in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Candidates need an Associate’s degree or a high school diploma with relevant experience, a valid NYS driver's license, and the ability to travel locally.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 1 year of behavioral health or healthcare work experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of behavioral health or healthcare work experience required.
• Clean NYS driver’s license with three years driving experience and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admissions and discharges.
• Perform hourly building rounds to ensure patient safety.
• Complete room searches throughout the facility.
• Administer toxicology screenings.
• Supervise wellness and family group activities.
• Guide patients through the challenges of recovery.
• Address patient behaviors using a patient-centered approach.
• Transport patients as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Teamwork

Patient-centered approach

Observational skills

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Horizon Village in Buffalo, NY, is looking for a Behavioral Health Assistant to join our detox and stabilization center on a part-time basis. You'll help with admissions and discharges, conduct hourly rounds, and support patients through recovery in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Candidates need an Associate’s degree or a high school diploma with relevant experience, a valid NYS driver's license, and the ability to travel locally.