Behavioral Health Specialist - Akron, United States - Oriana House

Description

Job Details$17/hour starting rateDescriptionEssential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:Reads, initials, and dates shift reports within first 60 minutes of shift.

Maintains an active presence on the floor (common and group room areas) by conducting frequent circulations of the unit at a minimum 30 minute intervals.

Monitors clients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and immediately reports any concerns to supervisory or clinical staff. Checks for unsafe conditions and unit cleanliness.
Documents and corrects conditions/takes steps to correct conditions as required.

Completes scheduled activities including, but not limited to:

focus group activities, counseling groups under appropriate clinical supervision, intakes, random alco-sensor tests, urine drug screens, dorm/room searches, and emergency drills (fire, tornado, etc.) in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Monitors medication compliance and reports and documents any non-compliance to clinical and or medical staff.
Listens to all clients and provides emotional support and encouragement to them.
Participates in recreational activities with clients including card games, sports, puzzles, etc.
Engages clients in exercises or activities and ensures their safety.
Encourages clients to attend and participate in clinical, social, educational, or recreational activities.
Understands and implements Individual Treatment Plans.
Intervenes as necessary in crisis situations to protect clients from injuring other clients, staff, and/or themselves according to policy.
Effectively communicates emergency situations in a timely manner to co-workers and a facility supervisor as required.
Completes required documentation in an accurate timely manner.
Notifies a facility supervisor immediately when law enforcement officers, fire department, and/or EMS personnel are called to the unit.
Documents same in an accurate and manner prior to the end of shift.
Maintains confidentiality of client files and individual client logs.

Accurately completes the following documentation during the shift:
whereabouts/counts, shift reports, action reports, circulations, and daily clean up lists.

Completes clinical documentation in Care Logic for all clinical services provided under licensed clinical supervision in an accurate and timely manner.

Searches and accepts appropriate drop off items.
Does not accept contraband and excess property into the facility.
Maintains security of drop off items until they are given to clients. Maintains clients' property storage area and accurate property log. Immediately inventories, packs, and secures property of AWOL, terminated, and hospitalized clients with another employee present at all times.
Remains at his/her post until relieved by another employee.
If required to work additional hours, notifies a facility supervisor.
Keeps staff post clean.
Monitors, orders, and maintains supplies and forms for each staff post.
Remains awake and alert while on duty to ensure responsiveness to staff, client, and/or facility needs.
Records demographic information accurately in Care Logic as needed.
Maintains the timeliness of documentation as outlined in facility protocols.
Inventories clients' property in an accurate manner.
Stores property and ensures its security.
Releases property in an accurate manner to clients who leave the unit.
Collects urine specimens in accordance with Agency policy and procedures.

Effectively orients clients to program and facility by explaining issues including, but not limited to:

programming attendance expectations, the role of treatment assistants, rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours of service availability, clients' rights and the grievance procedure and costs for which they may be responsible.

Introduces clients to staff and peers.

Observes unit life functions (e.g., environmental adjustment, etc.).Accurately accounts for the whereabouts of each client by conducting and documenting unit whereabouts every thirty (30) minutes in accordance with Agency policy and procedures.

Accurately administers alco-sensor to clients as expected and documents results in Care Logic.

Completes intake documentation (e.g., consent for treatment, consents to release information, face sheet, etc.) and maintains this information in the electronic health record.

Coordinates the delivery of services and acts as an advocate in accessing other needed services.

Identifies and responds to crises that may negatively impact the community and/or treatment and, where possible, uses the negative events to enhance treatment efforts.

Provides clients education through lectures, the use of audio and visual equipment, and reading materials, under supervision.
Informs clients about self-help groups and other community resources.
Provides case management to clients, assisting with connecting to community resources, under supervision.
Accepts training and coaching in developing counseling skills in order to facilitate enhanced programming groups.

Receives trainings of treatment department curriculums and learns the importance of maintaining the integrity and fidelity of the curriculum as assigned.

Observes and obtains practical experience in the 12 core functions of chemical dependency, under supervision.
Stays informed of current available community resources.

Maintains familiarity with current and available community resources and their limitations, the procedures for making referrals and the confidentiality requirements inherent to the referral process so that community resources are used to benefit clients.

Complies with documentation requirements for activities (e.g., group notes, treatment procedures, and discharge summaries) and in the preparation of required reports.

Maintains ability to type/use computer and all programs implemented by the Agency.
Recognizes the need for case consultation by participating in email communication, case reviews, maintaining contact with referring professionals, and seeking assistance in matters that exceed the Treatment Assistant

• Detox level of expertise and/or scope of practice.

Continues professional training and stays current in professional developments in order to maintain a CDCA.QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or equivalent.

Must complete 40 hours of training in the first 60 days of hire to become a Qualified Behavior Health Specialist under the Medicaid guidelines.

Must be eligible and willing to obtain a CDCA within three months of working in the facility.
Maintains the required licensure/certification in good standing.
Must be willing to demonstrate a positive attitude regarding the disease concept of addiction.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with regulations governing the disclosure of client information and storage of client records required.

Valid driver's license and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered from Agency liability insurance.

Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)