Behavioral Specialist

Centers Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Health Care is seeking a Behavioral Specialist for their Staten Island facility. The role involves supporting residents' behavioral needs, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a focus on professional interaction and crisis management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience in a related field or exceptional potential.
• Ability to structure own time and work efficiently.
• Ability to adjust work schedule and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out unit specific responsibilities.
• Record behavioral data accurately.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment.

Skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Ability to interact professionally

Ability to manage a demanding routine

Ability to work calmly in crisis

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Richmond Center is hiring a Behavioral Specialist in Staten Island, NY.

Duties:

• Carry out unit specific responsibilities (shift specific)
• Adhere to facility, and behavioral services department policies and procedures
• Communicate, reinforce, and provide assistance for information regarding resident behavioral status or changes to staff.
• Record behavioral data and in an accurate manner regarding all resident (behavior) related forms throughout shift.
• Communicate coverage needs to Behavioral services coordinator regarding sick call-outs and unplanned program changes such as one to one need requiring behavioral specialist
• Communicate all emergency use of restraints to nurse manager/supervisor and Behavioral Services manager on call when Behavioral coordinator is not on. (includes manual hold)
• Provide guidance and structure for groups to be led by activity group leaders and recreation assistants
• Contribute to Program development and curriculum development as requested.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment
• Assist in monitoring and management of resident's behavior plans and crisis intervention.
• Communicate relevant information to the interdisciplinary team
• Participate in behavior/care plan meetings as requested.
• Maintain professional behavior when conflicts arise. Report any issues or conflicts to Program Director or designee.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• High School diploma
• Minimum of one-year experience in a related field or exceptional potential for performance of responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively with other human services professionals.
• Ability to interact professionally and responsibly with facility residents and staff
• Ability to structure own time and work efficiently
• Ability to adjust work schedule and priorities in response to program development, changes in pace, and/or changes in implementation of services
• Ability to manage and perform a demanding routine in a multi-distracting environment
• Ability to work calmly in a crisis situation and intervene as necessary in a manner that maximizes resident and staff safety
  
  
  

About us:

Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer -M/F/D/V

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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