Patient-Centered Behavioral Health Specialist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & incentives

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Tuition assistance & professional dev

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care under supervision and in accordance with regulations and hospital policies. You will perform vital sign measurements, assist with mobility, and document care accurately.

The role includes completing patient rounds, 15-minute checks, and safety companion duties, while collaborating with the nursing team to ensure safe, quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred.
• Licesnses/certifications listed above preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Act as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes.
• Provide accurate, precise, timely documentation of patient care.
• Complete patient rounding, 15-minute checks, and safety companion services.
• Collect patient data and complete patient screenings as applicable.
• Participate in continued education and in-service training.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Mobility support

Team liaison

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA)

Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA)

Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)

Counselor in Training

Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP)

American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT)

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide direct patient care under supervision and in accordance with regulations and hospital policies. You will perform vital sign measurements, assist with mobility, and document care accurately.

The role includes completing patient rounds, 15-minute checks, and safety companion duties, while collaborating with the nursing team to ensure safe, quality care.