- two (2) years of experience in in-patient or outpatient behavioral health care, OR
- two years of experience as a certified nursing assistant, OR
- an equivalent combination of minimum qualifications as defined by the limits of A.) and B.) above.
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ECMC Buffalo, United StatesFull Time - FT · 462 Grider Street · Allied Health · Night Shift · Hourly Range: $22.85-$29.14 · DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves providing direct nursing care to psychiatric patients in the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) and in-patient ...
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ECMC Buffalo, United StatesFull Time - FT · 462 Grider Street · Allied Health · Night Shift · Hourly Range: $22.85-$29.14 · DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves providing direct nursing care to psychiatric patients in the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) and in-patient ...
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Erie County Medical Center Buffalo, United StatesDISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves providing direct nursing care to psychiatric patients in the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) and in-patient behavioral health unit at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMCC). The incumbent provi ...
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Behavioral Health Specialist
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Behavioral Health Counselor
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Behavioral Health Assistant
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Horizon Corporations Buffalo, United States Part timeAre you seeking a rewarding and fulfilling career in the Mental Health and Addictions field? Do you have a passion for helping people in our community? Apply to be a Behavioral Health Assistant today "Working as a Behavioral Health Assistant at Hori Behavioral Health, Behavioral, ...
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Behavioral Health Counselor
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Behavioral Health Counselor
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Endeavor Health Services Buffalo, United StatesEndeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Counselor to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will provide invaluable support and counseling services to individuals and groups, helping them to navigate their mental health, substan ...
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Behavioral Health Specialist
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Allwel Buffalo, United StatesAllwel - Western New York - · Per-Diem Behavioral Health Specialist (BI-LINGUAL) · Reports To · The Behavioral Health Specialist will report to the Designated Clinical Supervisor. · Job Overview · Allwel is a company that provides Behavioral Health Services through the Offic ...
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Behavioral Health Therapist
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JERICHO ROAD MINISTRIES, INC. Buffalo, United StatesAt JRCHC we value a healthy work life balance that allows our therapists to care well for themselves amidst a heavy vocation. The following are a handful of ways we walk this out: · Accommodate a four day, 40 hour work week · A generous CEU budget · Clinical support in utilizi ...
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Behavioral Health Specialist
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Allwel Buffalo, United StatesAllwel - Western New York - · Per-Diem Behavioral Health Specialist · (BI-LINGUAL) · Reports To · The Behavioral Health Specialist will report to the Designated Clinical Supervisor. · Job Overview · Allwel · is · a · company · that · provide · s · Behavioral Health S ...
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Behavioral Health Therapist
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JERICHO ROAD MINISTRIES, INC. Buffalo, United StatesSUPERVISOR: Behavioral Health Director · HOURS: Varied Hours, M-F, Flexible (Evening/Weekend as needed) · CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt TRAVEL / LOCATION: Barton Street · SALARY: $23-$24/Hour · JOB SUMMARY: Our team is looking for a licensed therapist to provide ...
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Registered Behavior Technician
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ProCare Therapy Buffalo, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionMinimum 1+ years Behavior Specialist experience required. · Registered Behavior Technician needed in Buffalo, New York · ProCare Therapy is looking for an experienced RBT to add to our team for the school year If you are looking for a rewarding, s ...
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University at Buffalo Buffalo, United StatesPosition Title: Community Outreach Coordinator, Community Health and Health Behavior · Posting Number: R230168 · Employer: Research Foundation · Salary Range: $20,000 - $25,000 · FTE: 0.50 · Position Summary: · The Community Health Interventions Lab ( CHIL ) ) at the University a ...
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Behavioral Health Case Manager II
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Elevance Health, Inc. Buffalo, United StatesResponds to more complex cases and account specific requests. Uses appropriate screening criteria knowledge and clinical judgment to assess member needs. Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and develops specific care plan to address obj Behavioral Health, Case Manag ...
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Behavioral Health Case Manager II
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Elevance Health Buffalo, United StatesWARNING: Please beware of phishing scams that solicit interviews or promote work-at-home opportunities, some of which may pose as legitimate companies. Elevance Health requires a completed online application for consideration of employment for any position. We will never ask you ...
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Behavioral Health Nurse Care Manager
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Health Information Technician
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Knowledge Builders Inc Buffalo, United StatesHealth Information Assistant-24-062 · Full-time · 400 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213 · Buffalo Psychiatric Center is seeking a Temporary Health Information Assistant, M-F (8am- 4:30pm) for 26 weeks (5/30/2024-11/27/2024). The candidate must have their Registered Health Information ...
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University at Buffalo Buffalo, United States Part timePosting Details · Position Information · Fiscal Year · Position Title Community Outreach Coordinator, Community Health and Health Behavior · Classification Title Project Staff Assistant (Non-exempt) · Department Community Health and Health Behavior · Posting Number R230168 ...
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OLV Human Services Buffalo, United StatesBehavior Health Specialist- Emergency Foster Care · 150 Martin Rd, Buffalo, NY 14218, USAReq #199 · Wednesday, January 17, 2024 · **Schedules:** · + Afternoon/Evening, Weekend Shifts · + Full Time and Part Time Schedules Available · **Job Summary:** · A Behavior Health Specialist ...
community mental health technician-behavioral health - Buffalo, United States - Erie County Medical Center
Description
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves providing direct nursing care to psychiatric patients in the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) and in-patient behavioral health unit at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMCC). The incumbent provides routine care to patients in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, state and federal authorities, as well as accepted standards of practice. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work as required.TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Provides personal hygiene including, but not limited to showers, bed baths, shaving, nail care, hair care, oral care and denture care;
Cares for personal need items such as eyeglasses, hearing aide, canes, wheelchairs and other adaptive devices;
Assists patients in meeting nutritional needs including passing and collecting diet trays and nourishments, setting up trays and adaptive feeding equipment and feeding or assisting as necessary;
Monitors, documents and reports intake and output (I&O);
Performs specimen collection;
Obtains vital signs and notifies supervisor of changes;
Leads patient activity group under the direct supervision of a RN;
Transfers and transports patients utilizing appropriate equipment;
Performs range of motion (ROM) for both upper and lower extremities; assists with ambulation;
Identifies changes in condition of skin, cognitive functioning or behavior and notifies supervisor;
Responds appropriately to life threatening emergencies;
Monitors stock supplies and notifies supervisor to order replacements;
Maintains a clean unit environment.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of current methods of mental health care; good knowledge of standard of care techniques including Level I and Level III Observation Standard of Care; good knowledge of human relations; working knowledge of patient rights under mental hygiene laws and criminal procedure law; ability to identify changes in patient condition; ability to maintain a safe, calm and therapeutic environment; ability to locate, operate and maintain various hospital equipment; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency; initiative; emotional maturity; flexibility; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either
Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from an ECMCC approved provider within sixty (60) days of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; and
Completion of New York State Office of Mental Health-Bureau of Education and Workforce Development (BEWD) certified safety program within three (3) months of appointment and participation in annual re-training; and
Section 424-a of the Social Services Law requires the local social services district to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated child abuse or maltreatment report on file with the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment. All potential employees for this position will be requested to sign the necessary clearance form prior to being advised that they will be hired. Refusal to sign will be cause for an automatic non-selection.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
