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Connections Health Solutions · 23 hours ago

Behavioral Health Specialist - Harrisburg, PA (PRN/Pool)

Harrisburg, PA

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $22/hr

1+ years exp

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. The Behavioral Health Specialist is responsible for managing the safety and well-being of individuals within the unit, conducting assessments, assisting with daily needs, and ensuring high standards of care and support.

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Responsibilities

Register individuals for services, including verifying Medicaid eligibility, enrolling in a health plan, and confirming third-party insurance coverage

Collect necessary authorizations and release of information documents

Accurately document all services and significant individual interactions in the EHR

Greet and receive visitors, ensuring security by following established procedures, monitoring the logbook, and issuing visitor badges

Conduct security screenings and inventory personal property upon admission

Provide orientation to the Observation Unit and Short-term Inpatient Unit, educating individuals on their rights, grievance processes, expectations, and facility rules in accordance with Pennsylvania State regulations

Maintain unit safety through continuous monitoring and intervention

Use therapeutic techniques to de-escalate situations with escalated individuals, performing restraints or seclusions when necessary to ensure safety. Monitor individuals in seclusion or mechanical restraints every 15 minutes

Assists individuals with activities of daily living, including eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring

Lift, move, and transport individuals using proper body mechanics and accident prevention techniques

Conduct and document vital signs, blood alcohol levels (BAL), urine drug screens, and urine pregnancy tests, reporting any questionable results to the RN or attending physician

Attend court-ordered hearings when subpoenaed, serve as a witness on petitions, and provide testimony as needed

Ensure the cleanliness of the facility and assigned units by performing light cleaning, collecting soiled linens, and laundering individuals' clothing as necessary

Maintain overall safety and hygiene within the facility

Monitor and document individuals' status every 15 minutes

Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall operation and safety of the facility

Qualification

Behavioral health experienceSafe Clinch techniquesNational Provider IdentifierCertified trainingCustomer serviceDocumentation skillsTeamwork

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of behavioral health experience

Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques

National Provider Identifier (NPI) or ability to obtain an NPI prior to the start date

Must pass the following background checks: Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Criminal Background Check, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check

The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company's exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

Preferred

Certified training (Safe Clinch, CPR First Aid, therapeutic options, etc.)

Completion of CNA or Patient Care Tech program

Current Notary or have the ability to become a notary within the first 90 days

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity

CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families

Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)

Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)

401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)

Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support

After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan