Behavioral Health Specialist; BHS PT, PRN - Nights

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• + $2/hr Monday-Thursday Nights
• + $3/hr Friday-Sunday Nights
• + $2/hr Saturday-Sunday Days

Behavioral Health Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining the safety and well-being of individuals and staff within the unit, ensuring high standards of care and support for both adults and youth. This role involves conducting vital signs assessments, assisting individuals with daily needs, and providing exceptional customer service. The specialist will also accurately document services provided and significant interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Conducts security screening and inventories property of individuals upon admission to the facility.
• Provides orientation to the Observation Unit and Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit.
• Educates individuals on their rights under DBHDS and DMAS regulations, the grievance process, provides expectations, and explains rules and regulations.
• Maintains safety of the unit and monitors and documents individuals every 15 minutes.
• Intervenes with escalated individuals using therapeutic techniques for de‑escalation and performs restraints or seclusions (if applicable) when needed to ensure safety.
• Completes 1‑to‑1 on an individual in seclusion or mechanical restraints every 15 minutes for the duration of the event.
• Lifts, moves, and transports individuals using proper body mechanics or accident prevention.
• Assists individuals with activities of daily living to include eating, bathing, and dressing.
• Conducts and documents individual's vitals and reports all questionable results to the RN/Physician attending the individual; conducts and documents all BAL, urine drug screens, and urine pregnancy tests.
• Documents all services and significant individual interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Responsible for maintaining and ensuring the cleanliness of the facility and designated unit.
• Performs slight cleaning of interior center, collects soiled linen, and launders individuals' clothing when needed.
• Complete all required training, attend monthly meetings, and maintain required competencies.
• Must be physically able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques and CPR, including the ability to move quickly in response to emergency situations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of behavioral health experience.
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR) and proficiency with basic computer applications, including email, internet navigation, and electronic documentation preferred.
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check.
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search.
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handlers Card for the State of Virginia (BHS/RSS positions).
• Must be physically able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques and CPR, including the ability to move quickly in response to emergency situations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Safely perform physical interventions (standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight).
• Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast‑paced environment.
• Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior.

Full‑time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families.
• Health Savings…