Behavioral Health Tech - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Home Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and leave

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Mercy Health in Kentucky seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist for the Lourdes Hospital Adult Behavioral Health Unit to provide direct patient care under supervision and in accordance with applicable regulations and hospital policies.

You will liaise between patients and nursing staff, document care accurately, and participate in ongoing education. Requirements include a high school diploma and preferred BLS or related certifications; 1 year in mental health or health care setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and share information.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely.
• Completes patient rounds and safety checks as assigned.
• Participates in continued education and in-service training.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (required)

Bachelor’s Degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Behavioral Health Specialist - Adult Behavioral Health Unit - Lourdes Hospital

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)

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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