Behavioral Health Specialist, CNA

Mercyhealth • Temporary • Janesville, Wisconsin, United States • 1w ago

Overview

Behavioral Health Specialist works as part of the behavioral health inpatient treatment team providing direct patient care. While they must have their CNA the Behavioral Health Specialist has additional education, experience and skill set above that of a CNA. Behavioral Health Specialist provides individual and group education to patients and family.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain vital signs and BGM's as directed by RN.
Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.
Monitoring patient safety through 15 minute checks, precaution monitoring, patient and room searches.
Provide individual and group psycho-education.
Assist patients with completion of safety plans
Help with explaining and completing legal documents and consents at admission.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Associate's degree in human service related field and/or 3 years of behavioral health experience.

Certification and Licensure

Certified Nursing Assistant
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days
Verbal de-escalation, self-defense and control techniques training within 90 days.

Skills and Abilities
Computer skills
Phone skills

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; use hands to handle, finger and feel; and reach. The employee must exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by the job include frequent close vision. Occasional distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

Must possess the ability to both independently and as part of a team. Reports to and takes directive from registered nurse.

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