On-Call Behavioral Health Specialist (Support Provider II)

Johnson County Kansas; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson County Government's Mental Health division seeks an on-call Behavioral Health Specialist for the Treatment and Recovery Place. The unit operates 24/7 and individuals typically stay 3–5 days. Overnight, weekend, and evening shift differentials apply.

The position requires daytime or overnight availability (7am–3pm or 11pm–7am). A minimum of 1 shift per month is required, and an annual hour limit of 999 hours applies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in a human services field.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is preferred.
• Minimum Shifts: cover a minimum of 1 shift per month.
• Annual Hour Limit: may work a maximum of 999 hours per year.
• Reference/background screening is required for all positions.
• Experience in behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Education may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides, assists with, or coaches individuals on personal care needs with limited supervision; crisis interventions and monitors condition.
• Teaches, coaches and provides guidance to enable productive lives and coping skills; supports treatment goals.
• Organizes and participates in care coordination meetings; completes documentation for direct services.
• Transports individuals to appointments, activities, and work as needed.
• Uses ambient listening technology to support clinical documentation and privacy requirements.

Skills

Crisis interventions

Care coordination

Documentation

Transportation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ambient listening technology

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of a on call,Behavioral Health Specialist for the Treatment recovery place. The unit has 24/7 operations and typically individuals stay in the program for 3-5 days.This position is eligible for a shift differential specific to overnight hours($1.50/hr), weekend hours ($0.75/hr), and evening hours($0.75/hr).

We are looking for qualified candidates with daytime (7am-3pm) and overnight (11pm-7am) availability.

Position will remain open until filled.

Job Description

Job duties include:

• Provides, assists with, or coaches individuals on personal care needs with limited supervision; provides crisis interventions (including evidence based practices to maintain the safety of individuals); monitors adult interactions and behaviors; monitors medication administration as prescribed; monitors and documents mental and physical condition of individuals.


• Teaches, coaches and provides guidance and support on various skills to enable productive lives of individuals; assists individuals with managing their emotions, assists and supports individual treatment/recovery goals and assist in developing positive coping skills; develops and maintains a positive and effective relationship with service recipients, families, and other service providers.


• Organizes and participates in meetings related to care coordination; completes documentation for direct services provided to ensure timely and accurate completion.


• Transports individuals receiving services to appointments, activities, and/or work.

Staff are expected to use organization-approved ambient listening technology to support timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with applicable policies and client privacy requirements.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working in a human services field are required. A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is preferred.

Minimum Shifts: Candidates are required to cover a minimum of 1 shift per month.

Annual Hour Limit: Candidates may work a maximum of 999 hours per year.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a behavioral health setting is preferred.

Education/Experience Substitutions:

Education may be substituted for experience.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.