Behavioral Health Specialist - Maryview Medical Center
On-sitePortsmouth, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Behavioral Health Specialist at Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA provides direct patient care under supervision in a psychiatric unit, including vital sign measurement, patient hygiene and mobility support, and acts as liaison between patient and nurse. Responsibilities include accurate documentation, completing patient rounding and 15-minute checks, executing patient safety companion services, collecting patient data and screenings, and participating in ongoing education and in-service training. Full-time role on evenings/nights (7PM–7AM) with rotating weekends and holidays; requires at least 36 hours per week and adherence to hospital policies within the Bon Secours Mercy Health system.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED (required)
- 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)
- Licenses/Certifications: BLS (preferred prior to direct patient care)
- State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) preferred
- Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) preferred
- Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) preferred
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) preferred
- Counselor in Training preferred
- HS-BCP preferred
- AAPT preferred
- American Association of Psychiatric Technicians preferred
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