Inpatient Behavioral Health Support Specialist

ScionHealth; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Palestine Regional Medical Center, part of ScionHealth, is seeking a Mental Health Worker to provide supportive care in an inpatient behavioral health unit in Palestine, TX. Under RN supervision, you assist with ADLs, maintain a safe environment, and support treatment interventions.

You will observe and document patient progress, participate in crisis intervention, and help with therapeutic activities to promote recovery. Weekend and holiday scheduling flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s in psychology/social work preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required at hire.
• NCI - Non-violent Crisis Intervention or facility-approved equivalent.
• Experience in behavioral health or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs for inpatients in behavioral health.
• Observe and report changes in behavior or condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment.
• Monitor safety, including suicide/elopement risks and restraint use per policy.
• Support therapeutic programming and group activities.
• Document patient care and progress in the medical record.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma + Associate/Bachelor in Psychology or Social Work (preferred)

Job description

Palestine Regional Medical Center, part of ScionHealth, is seeking a Mental Health Worker to provide supportive care in an inpatient behavioral health unit in Palestine, TX. Under RN supervision, you assist with ADLs, maintain a safe environment, and support treatment interventions.

You will observe and document patient progress, participate in crisis intervention, and help with therapeutic activities to promote recovery. Weekend and holiday scheduling flexibility is required.