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A part time behavioral health worker is a professional who supports individuals with mental health, emotional, or behavioral issues on a part-time basis, typically working less than 40 hours per week. They may provide counseling, crisis intervention, case management, or support services in settings such as clinics, schools, or community centers. Their goal is to help clients improve their well-being and cope with life’s challenges, often as part of a larger treatment team. Part time positions allow for flexible scheduling while still making a meaningful impact in the field of behavioral health.

How do part-time behavioral health professionals typically collaborate with full-time staff to ensure continuity of care for patients?

Part-time behavioral health professionals frequently coordinate with full-time colleagues through shared electronic health records, regular team meetings, and case discussions to maintain seamless patient care. They often participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate progress or concerns with the broader care team, including psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses. Effective collaboration is essential, especially when managing complex cases, and organizations usually provide structured processes to facilitate smooth hand-offs and ongoing communication between part-time and full-time staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Behavioral Health professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Behavioral Health professional, you typically need a background in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field, often with relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), crisis intervention protocols, and behavioral assessment tools is important. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and emotional resilience help professionals build rapport and effectively support clients in diverse and challenging situations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering quality mental health care while managing a flexible, sometimes unpredictable work schedule.
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Behavioral Health Assistant

Behavioral Health Assistant

Legacy Health

Portland, OR • On-site

$21.70 - $29.39/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Overview

We are committed to raising the bar in the quality of behavioral health care for those in our community living with mental illness. Finding compassionate, skilled individuals to join our team is essential to achieving that mission. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about supporting the safe and efficient flow of patient care, consider joining us as a Behavioral Health Assistant. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, integrated team working to make a lasting impact in the field of behavioral health.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support patient care in alignment with the treatment model of the unit.

  • Administers prescribed nursing interventions under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).

  • Collects and documents patient data, including obtaining vital signs, as directed by RN.

  • Assists with the transportation of patients throughout the hospital.

  • Provides support with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as toileting, hygiene, physical transfers, and cleaning up bodily fluids as needed.

  • Delivers comfort measures including patient positioning and providing additional blankets or pillows.

  • Ensures patient safety through the use of ordered restraints, fall prevention strategies, and environmental hazard checks.

  • Applies correct body mechanics during patient positioning, transfers, and ambulation.

  • Performs basic clinical tasks such as EKGs, pulse oximetry placement, and point-of-care lab testing, as directed by RN.

  • Assists with the discharge process, including reinforcing discharge instructions provided by the RN.

  • Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, families, EMS, and hospital staff.

  • Maintains a therapeutic and safe environment within the behavioral health milieu.

  • Accurately documents significant behavioral observations and interactions in the patient's electronic medical record (EPIC) to support treatment progress.

Qualifications

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. 
  • Training or coursework in behavioral health field preferred.

Experience:

  • One year of clinical experience in a behavioral health setting or related experience required; two year's preferred. 
  • Acute care experience preferred.

Skills:

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
Licensure
  • BLS for Provider certification from the American Heart Association required.
Pay RangeUSD $21.70 - USD $29.39 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply-even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

Employment Type: PART_TIME

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