Behavioral Health Specialist Back End Nights

Behavioral Health Specialist (FT, Back End Nights)

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our physician‑led and data‑driven model has produced results for hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises.

Earn More with Shift Differentials

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

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) manages and maintains the safety of individuals and staff. The role includes taking vitals, providing exceptional customer service, and documenting services in the Electronic Health Record.

• Conduct security screening, inventory property, and orient patients to the Observation Unit and Short‑term Inpatient Unit. Educate patients on rights under ADHS regulations, grievance process, expectations, and rules.
• Intervene with escalated individuals using therapeutic de‑escalation techniques and perform restraints/seclusions when necessary. Complete 1‑to‑1 documentation for patients in seclusion or mechanical restraints.
• Lift, move, and transport individuals using proper body mechanics or lifting devices.
• Assist with activities of daily living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring).
• Conduct vitals and document results; report questionable findings to RN/Physician. Document BAL, urine drug screens, and pregnancy tests.
• Attend court‑ordered hearings when subpoenaed; be available as a witness if required.
• Document all services and significant interactions in the Electronic Health Record; monitor and document patients Q15.
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility and assigned unit, perform light cleaning, collect soiled linen, and launder clothing as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in behavioral health, social services, or a related field.
• Ability to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques.
• All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated per the company’s mandatory vaccination policy.

• Safely perform physical interventions (standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor).
• 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.

• Certified training (Safe Clinch, CPR, First Aid, therapeutic options, etc.).
• Completion of CNA or Patient Care Tech program.
• Two (2) years of experience in behavioral health.
• Completion of BHT certification.

• Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity).
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long‑Term Disability coverage by CHS.
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and families.
• Health Savings Accounts with employer contributions ($1,000 to $2,000 depending on plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care).
• 401(k) company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 company holidays.
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees.

All employees (Full‑time, Part‑time, and Pool) also benefit from Employee Assistance Program and automatic enrollment in the 401(k) plan after 90 days.

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance employer.

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.