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FT - Behavioral Health Specialist (Partial Hospitalization Program)
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$35,561 / year median in Ohio
+12% projected growth
Job Description
FT - Behavioral Health Specialist (Partial Hospitalization Program) PsychPlus - 1.4 Independence, OH Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 21 hours ago Qualifications Patient condition reporting Collaborate with healthcare professionals Behavioral observation Treatment plan implementation Bachelor's degree in social work Outpatient clinic experience Emotional support for clients Group therapy Bachelor's degree in psychology Outpatient experience Outpatient facility experience Patient safety Psychological support for patients Emotional support for patients Mental health facility experience Bachelor's degree Psychology Direct support Emotional safety support Adolescents Human Services Patient interaction Social Work Patient treatment Bachelor's degree in human services 2 years Communication skills Working with youth Entry level Supportive counseling Full Job Description About PsychPlus PsychPlus is a growing behavioral healthcare organization providing high-quality outpatient mental health services. Our multidisciplinary teams focus on delivering structured, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment. About the Role PsychPlus is seeking a Fulltime Behavioral Health Specialist to support our outpatient mental health program. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for behavioral health who enjoy working in group-based clinical settings and supporting patients alongside licensed clinicians. This is a direct care support role that plays a key part in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and engaging environment for patients (Youth/adolescent for PHP-Partial Hospitalization Program) Key Responsibilities Assist with and support group therapy sessions Monitor patient participation, behavior, and safety during programming Provide emotional support, redirection, and encouragement as needed Reinforce treatment goals established by licensed clinicians Document observations and communicate concerns to clinical staff Support daily operations of the Partial Hospitalization Program Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Human Services, or a related field OR Equivalent hands-on experience in mental or behavioral health (2 years or more) Experience in group-based settings preferred (PHP, IOP, outpatient, residential, school, etc.) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Reliable, professional, and comfortable working on-site Who This Role Is Ideal For Recent graduates seeking clinical exposure Candidates preparing for graduate programs (MSW, Counseling, Psychology)