Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Penn Highlands Healthcare; Du Bois (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Shift differentials

Professional development

Supportive peers

Medical, dental, vision after start

Job summary

Penn Highlands Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant to support patient care under nursing supervision. You will de-escalate crises, maintain a calm milieu, and provide redirection, while facilitating group activities with patients.

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and CPR/comprehensive crisis management certification within 6 months are key. Prior behavioral health experience or enrollment in related studies is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations; culturally sensitive and non-judgmental with diverse families/communities.
• Maintain the milieu with a calm, professional approach; provide redirection and de-escalation.
• Works well under pressure with a pleasant, professional demeanor.
• Ability to conduct group activities with patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide patient care following standards of care.
• De-escalate crisis situations as needed.
• Provide redirection and utilize de-escalation techniques, including separation when required.
• Lead or assist with group activities with patients.

Skills

De-escalation

Crisis management

Group activities

Calm professional demeanor

Pressure handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Behavioral Health experience or student in related program

Tools

CPR certification

Crisis Management certification

Job description

Penn Highlands Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant to support patient care under nursing supervision. You will de-escalate crises, maintain a calm milieu, and provide redirection, while facilitating group activities with patients.

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and CPR/comprehensive crisis management certification within 6 months are key. Prior behavioral health experience or enrollment in related studies is preferred.