Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Texas Health and Human Services; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 40,732 - 51,274; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) is seeking a Health Assistant to join the Richmond State Supported Living Center team in Richmond, TX. You will perform routine behavioral health support duties, assist in SAPs and PBSPs, and help monitor data and assessments under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Specialist or Analyst.

The role emphasizes teamwork with direct care and professional staff, plus training of staff in care plans and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift, schedule, or rotating shifts including overtime.
• Assists Behavioral Health staff in development of treatment and training strategies and the provision of therapy.
• Contributes to individuals’ overall care plan by gathering information and data from direct care and clinical staff.
• Trains and assists direct care staff in implementing PBSPs and SAPs, provides special treatment sessions, and may substitute for other behavioral health staff.
• Collects, enters, tabulates, and reports behavioral, SAP and/or restraint data as needed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and attends assigned meetings.

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) is seeking a Health Assistant to join the Richmond State Supported Living Center team in Richmond, TX. You will perform routine behavioral health support duties, assist in SAPs and PBSPs, and help monitor data and assessments under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Specialist or Analyst.

The role emphasizes teamwork with direct care and professional staff, plus training of staff in care plans and data collection.