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MercyPosted 1 month ago

Behavioral Health Specialist — Maryview Medical Center

$37,669–$37,669 year

On-sitePortsmouth, Virginia, United States

Full TimeEnterprise

Job Summary

Ensure quality patient care by measuring vital signs, maintaining hygiene, assisting with mobility, and supporting unit-based specialty duties. Act as a liaison between the patient and nurse to report changes and share pertinent information. Provide accurate, precise, and timely documentation while completing patient rounding, 15-minute checks, and safety companion services. Collect patient data and complete screenings as applicable. Participate in continued education and in-service training. Schedule includes 36 weekly hours in days or evenings.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree, related field
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • American Health Association
  • State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA)
  • Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)
  • Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA)
  • Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)
  • Counselor in Training
  • Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS- BCP)
  • American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT)

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