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Clarvida
Behavioral Health Specialist
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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.
$46,143 / year median in Washington
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Health Specialist Clarvida
- 3.1 Lakewood, WA Job Details Full-time $25
- $30 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Cell phone reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Driver's License Bachelor's degree Direct support Working with individuals with mental health conditions Full Job Description Description Behavior Health Specialist I (Bachelor's Level) About the Role Clarvida is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist I to work with adults age 18 and older who have been discharged from higher levels of care, such as adult family homes or assisted living facilities, and require additional behavioral support to maintain successful placement.
- Supervised internship hours count toward this requirement Eligible for Agency Affiliated Counselor status through the Washington Department of Health (assistance provided) Valid Washington Driver's License, clean driving record, and active auto insurance Ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks Compensation & Benefits Full-Time Employees Competitive pay: $25
- 30/hour Opportunity for incentive-based pay up to 10% biweekly Flexible, self-managed schedule Paid vacation days that increase with tenure Separate sick leave that rolls over annually Up to 10 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options DailyPay
- access earned wages without waiting for payday Training, development, and continuing education credits Annual licensure dues reimbursement for fully licensed staff All Employees 401(k) Free licensure supervision Employee Assistance Program Pet insurance National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment Mileage reimbursement
- Cell phone stipend Benefit availability may vary by state/county.