Night Shift Behavioral Health Specialist - Part-Time

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist Nights - Part Time to support urgent care and medical settings. The role focuses on stabilizing crisis episodes, monitoring patients, and assisting with daily living activities, under supervision.

A background in human services and basic computer skills are required; transportation and licensure are needed. Responsibilities include 1:1 observation, vital signs, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• One year of college coursework in the field of human services or one year of experience in the field.
• Willingness to learn new programs; basic computer fluency; MS SharePoint is a plus.
• Pre-employment screenings and clearances may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, stable, supportive environment during patient time to stabilize crisis episodes.
• Monitor and document patient safety, including 1:1 observation and 15-minute checks.
• Provide services on an as-needed basis for attendant, psychosocial, and crisis observation.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADL) such as ambulating, meals, and care items.
• Take accurate vital signs and alert medical staff when out of parameter.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance; perform other duties as assigned.
• May participate in on-site or community Crisis Division services as needed.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Computer literacy

MS SharePoint

Education

One year of college coursework in human services

Job description

Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist Nights - Part Time to support urgent care and medical settings. The role focuses on stabilizing crisis episodes, monitoring patients, and assisting with daily living activities, under supervision.

A background in human services and basic computer skills are required; transportation and licensure are needed. Responsibilities include 1:1 observation, vital signs, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.