Night Shift Behavioral Health Specialist — Crisis Care

Connections Health Solutions; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Generous PTO

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Second Chance Employer

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist I (BHS I) for night shift in Virginia. The role focuses on safety, vital signs, daily living assistance, and detailed EHR documentation to support crisis stabilization units and admission processes.

You will work in a physician-led, mission-driven environment with shift differentials and comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Vaccination and background checks are prerequisites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of behavioral health experience.
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques.
• Vaccination policy requires full vaccination or approved exemption before start date.
• Virginia Fingerprint Clearance is required.
• Must pass VA DBHDS background check.
• Must pass VA DSS Central Registry Search.
• Food Handlers Card for Virginia (BHS/RSS) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security screening and inventory of property on admission.
• Provide orientation to Observation Unit and Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Educate individuals on rights under DBHDS/DMAS regulations and grievance process.
• Maintain unit safety and document every 15 minutes.
• Perform restraints or seclusions as needed and document accordingly.
• Assist with activities of daily living and document vitals and tests.
• Document all services and interactions in the EHR.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Behavioral health experience

Safe Clinch restraint techniques

Job description

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Specialist I (BHS I) for night shift in Virginia. The role focuses on safety, vital signs, daily living assistance, and detailed EHR documentation to support crisis stabilization units and admission processes.

You will work in a physician-led, mission-driven environment with shift differentials and comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Vaccination and background checks are prerequisites.