Behavioral Health Specialist

• Inpt Psychiatry Waltham
• 24 or 32 hrs Boston Children's Hospital
• 4.1 Waltham, MA Job Details Part-time $19.06
• $27.

64 an hour 18 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description We're looking for a Behavioral Health Specialist in our Waltham Inpatient Psychiatry Unit to provide basic care and ensure safety of patients, as delegated by a Registered Nurse. Key Responsibilities Providing one-on-one support, as needed, to patients with a variety of behavioral health needs. Closely monitoring and maintaining the safety of patients. Observing behaviors and conditions in accordance with established procedures and protocols. In conjunction with Registered Nurse, conducting environmental checks and helps identifies risk factors. Aiding with the implementation of safety measures, such as physical restraints, observation levels, and suicide watches, as warranted. Responding to and assists with de-escalating acute behavioral episodes in a therapeutic and supportive manner. Attempts to understand the source of distress. Under the direction of Registered Nurse and medical staff, preventing elopement and calling for support/assistance when necessary to assist in preventing elopement. Identifying patient behaviors that could lead to behavioral escalation and utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate situations. Actively monitoring patients and the environment with particular attention to safety concerns. May perform vital signs and assist with Activities of Daily Living as directed by the Registered Nurse. Completing patient care documentation and administrative duties Under the direction of Registered Nurse, may assist practitioners performing medical procedures. Schedule is day/evening rotating, occasional nights, every other weekend and rotating holidays. 24 or 32 hours.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

A HS Diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree preferred.

Experience:

Experience working with children/adolescents, facilitating group activities, working with patients with behavioral health challenges preferred. 1-2 Years of experience as a Behavioral Health, Mental Health Counselor or similar role in a similar setting preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) and de-escalation certification per facility protocol/procedure within 1 month of hire. Status Part-Time Regular, Temporary, Per Diem Regular Standard Hours per Week 36 Pay Range $19.06

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64 Hourly Office/Site Location Waltham Job Posting Category Behavioral Health Remote Eligibility Onsite Only