Behavioral Health Tech - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Home Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Health benefits and vision/dental

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health Lorain is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist to support direct patient care in the Lorain Hospital setting. The role includes 16 hours weekly with afternoon shifts and rotating weekends/holidays.

You will assist with basic care, mobility, and documentation while collaborating with nurses and care teams. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred 1 year in mental health or healthcare, and may hold STNA/CNA or related certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a mental health or healthcare setting preferred.
• STNA/CNA preferred; BLS preferred and must obtain before direct patient care.
• Licenses/certifications (e.g., SWA, HS-BCP, AAPT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assist with mobility and hygiene.
• Serve as liaison between patient and nurse and report changes.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to patients and families.
• Document accurately and timely for patient care.
• Participate in hand-offs and report pertinent information.

Skills

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Patient engagement

Teamwork

Active listening

Monitoring condition

Communication with nurses/doctors

Documentation

Patient confidentiality

Attention to detail

Deescalation

Crisis intervention

Group training facilitation

Family meetings support

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Behavioral Health Specialist - Lorain Hospital

Shift/Schedule

• Part Time - 16 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Afternoons
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

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

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Completes patient rounding and 15-minute patient checks as assigned.
• Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.
• May collect patient data within scope of role
• May complete patient screenings as applicable
• May facilitate groups within scope (community, current events, etc.), treatment teams and participate in family meetings.
• Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required

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.

Licensing/Certification

• BLS Basic Life Support 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)

Education

• High School Diploma/GED (required)
• Bachelors, related field (preferred)

Work Experience

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

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be required to use physical restraints
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Conflict resolution
• Patient and family engagement and relationship building skills
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Monitoring patient's condition
• Communication with nursing and physicians regarding any patient changes and/or concerns
• Timely and concise patient documentation
• Patient confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Deescalating patients
• Understanding patient event codes, and role during a code.
• Physical restraint and deescalating skills
• Crisis Intervention
• Facilitating group training & treatment team meetings
• Supporting family meetings

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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