Behavior Based Safety Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

What You'll Do:

The Behavioral Health Specialist (Safety & Security) is responsible for managing and maintaining the safety and well-being of individuals, visitors, and staff within the facility. This role provides front entrance safety and security by greeting and screening all visitors, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and supporting a welcoming environment. In addition to security responsibilities, the specialist assists with individual care needs, conducts vital signs assessments, and supports daily living activities for both adults and youth. The role also provides coverage on the units as a Behavioral Health Specialist, ensuring high standards of care and accurate documentation of services and significant interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). 

• Conducts security screening andinventoriesproperty of individuals upon admission to the facility.
• Provides orientation to the Observation Unit andResidential Crisis StabilizationUnit.
• Educatesindividuals on their rights underDBHDS and DMASregulations, grievance process, provides expectations, and explains rules and regulations.
• Maintainssafety of the unitand monitors and documentsindividuals every 15 minutes.
• Intervenes with escalated individuals using therapeutic techniques for de-escalation and performs restraintsorseclusions(if applicable)when needed to ensure the individual's safety and the safety of others.Completes 1-to-1 onanindividualin seclusion or mechanical restraintsevery15 minutesfor the duration of the event.
• Lifts,moves,and transports individuals, using proper body mechanics or accident prevention.
• Assistsindividuals with activities of daily living to include eating, bathing, and dressing.
• Conducts and documents individual's vitals and reports all questionable results to theRN/Physicianattendingthe individual.Conducts and documents all BAL, urine drug screens and urine pregnancy tests.
• Attends court ordered hearings when subpoenaedand be awitness on a petition and provide testimony at court ordered hearing.
• Documentsall services and significant individual interactionsin the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Responsible formaintainingand ensuring the cleanliness of the facility and designated assigned unit.
• Performslight cleaning of interior center, collects soiled linen, and launders individualsclothingwhen needed.
• Complete all requiredtraining, attend monthly meetings, andmaintainrequired competencies.
• Must be physically able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques and CPR, including the ability to move quickly in response toemergentsituations.
• Safety & Security Responsibilities include:
  • Providing safety and security at the facility's front entrance
  • Greeting and welcoming patients, families, and visitors in a professional and supportive manner
  • Ensuring all visitors are screened (metal detector or handheld wand)
  • Monitoring that all personal belongings are placed in lockers prior to entry
• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of behavioral health experience 
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• 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 able to complete company trainings
• Physical Requirements
  • Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., 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

It would be great if you had:

• Certified training (Safe Clinch, CPR First Aid, therapeutic options, etc.)
• Completion of CNA or Patient Care Tech program
• Completion of BHT certification

What We Offer:

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 Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Companypaid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

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