Geriatric Behavioral Health Program Specialist

Gilder Search Group; Bellingham, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with 3% company match

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Behavioral Health Solutions (BHS) is seeking a Behavioral Program Specialist or CNA to support geriatric behavioral health care in Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care facilities in Bellingham and surrounding areas. The role involves coordinating care with clinical staff, documenting behavioral symptoms, and preparing records for programs.

The ideal candidate has prior SNF or behavioral health experience; travel to facilities in the region is required with some remote work parts of the week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Two years of experience working in a behavioral health setting as CNAs, BHTs, Medical Assistants, or similar.
• CP I Certification is a plus; Non-violent Crisis Prevention Training preferred.
• Travel will be required and moderate computer skills are needed.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in IDT meetings with nursing facility staff and BHS clinicians.
• Audit charts to promote timely and accurate behavioral documentation.
• Summarize a patient’s behavioral records for submission to special needs programs.
• Update tracking reports with approved and pending participants.
• Handle administrative duties related to processing and tracking patients on the program.

Skills

Effective communication

Clinical documentation

Chart auditing

Computer skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related field

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

CPI Certification

Job description

Behavioral Health Solutions (BHS) is seeking a Behavioral Program Specialist or CNA to support geriatric behavioral health care in Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care facilities in Bellingham and surrounding areas. The role involves coordinating care with clinical staff, documenting behavioral symptoms, and preparing records for programs.

The ideal candidate has prior SNF or behavioral health experience; travel to facilities in the region is required with some remote work parts of the week.