Patient-Centered Behavioral Health Specialist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care under supervision, adhering to regulations and hospital policies. Key duties include monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, documenting care, coordinating with nurses, and completing rounds and safety checks.

Education includes High School Diploma/GED; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred; BLS and other licenses are encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree, related field (preferred).
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and share information.
• Provides accurate, timely documentation for patient care.
• Completes patient rounding, 15-minute checks, and safety companion services.
• Collects patient data and completes patient screenings; participates in continued education.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care under supervision, adhering to regulations and hospital policies. Key duties include monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, documenting care, coordinating with nurses, and completing rounds and safety checks.

Education includes High School Diploma/GED; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred; BLS and other licenses are encouraged.