The specialist provides direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric disorders and substance use challenges within a facility-based crisis center. They are responsible for ensuring patient safety, facilitating group activities, and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in a healthcare setting or an equivalent combination of training. A valid driver's license and automotive insurance are required, along with the physical ability to perform tasks like lifting and CPR.
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Job description
We are hiring for
Facility
Based
Crisis
Specialist /
Facility /
PRN-1
Type: Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! Provides direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric disorders in the facility based crisis center; ensures the safety and well-being of each patient; supports the maintenance of the therapeutic environment.
Education,
Licensure, and
Experience required for the position include: High school or GED. two years’ experience in health care work at the level of health care assistant or an associate of arts in mental health; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience must be in the field of mental health. Life experience may be substituted for work experience at the discretion of the supervisor. 2 years’ experience in a health care setting, some knowledge of addiction and recovery programs Physical requirements to perform essential functions of the job included: Regularly required to lift 10 lbs. Must be able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs. Must be able to pull minimum of 10 lbs. Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop. Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Required to regularly stand and walk. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Calling all compassionate and caring Mental Health or Substance Abuse Techs! Do you put the ‘care’ in Healthcare? If so, then we need you on our team! RHA Behavioral Health Services is in need of dedicated and compassionate Mental Health or Substance Abuse Techs to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team, to provide direct services at our facility based crisis center. In this dynamic role you will provide assessments, care and treatments for clients in the facility while adhering to RHA's standards of care. Additionally, you will work with a team providing a high level of patient care. If you’re looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve then consider RHA Behavioral Health Services where we put people first!
Location:
Foothills
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Pharmacy insurance
Wellness programs
Wellness coaching
AD&D insurance
CPR training
401(k) retirement savings program
First aid training
Health screening
Regional
Treatment
Center in
Lenoir,
NC
Hours: Part Time/PRN 1-2 shifts per week; 12 hour shifts 6:45am-7:15pm
Pay: $16-$17 per hour depending on experience Job Responsibilities As a Mental Health or Substance Abuse Tech you will be responsible for providing direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric disorders in the facility based crisis center; ensuring the safety and well being of each patient; and supporting the maintenance of the therapeutic environment. Additional responsibilities of the
Mental
Health or
Substance
Abuse
Tech include: Consistently follows the plan of care designed to meet the emotional needs of the patients, including safety level checks. Facilitate group activities using provided curriculum Actively participates in the quality improvement process Verbalizes and demonstrates proper procedures for infection control Responds promptly and correctly to codes called; demonstrates proper protocols for managing aggressive patients and special precautions
Additional requirements of the
Mental
Health
Tech include: A high school diploma or GED 2 years’ experience working at the level of health care assistant Valid driver’s license and automotive insurance required Benefits RHA Health Services offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees that are aimed at supporting your health and wellness, financial planning, work life balance, and protection from the unexpected. The comprehensive compensation and benefits package for full time employees includes: The comprehensive compensation and benefits package for full time employees includes: Competitive compensation program including regular performance feedback and coaching
Healthcare insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Voluntary Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Telemed and Pharmacy Insurance, Health Advocate service which assists employees find doctors, schedule appointments, estimate costs, answer medical/prescription questions, resolve medical claims issues and basically does the leg-work for employees Offering free diabetic medication and supplies 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo Paid Time Off Company sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance Extensive Wellness Programs including company paid scholarships for healthy weight management and nicotine cessation, several wellness challenges and rewards through the year. Free Annual Health Screening and wellness coaching event. Discounted medical premiums for nicotine free employees. Free CPR, first aid and job specific training opportunities Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve!
Pre-employment screening: Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities) Drug testing Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements. Proof of employment history or references (if required) Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees:
Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money! Paid Time Off (full-time employees only) Health/Insurance (full-time employees only) 401(k) retirement savings program
Wellbeing
Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities *contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About
RHA: At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes. For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today. Candidate Account Help - Forget Login? Learn more about working at RHA Health Services At RHA Health Services, the people we serve and support are at the very center of everything we do. Throughout Georgia, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, we provide high-quality care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. In North Carolina and Pennsylvania, we also provide behavioral health services to support people with mental health and substance use needs and provide services for those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Since 1989, we have partnered with and celebrated people achieving their personal goals, building meaningful connections, experiencing positive outcomes in health and wellness, and more. If you share our passion, there is a place for you at RHA Health Services. From inpatient care to community-based services, from in-home support to facilities of all sizes, RHA offers a range of settings where you can apply your unique skillset. Many of our employees also experience opportunities for career growth and continued education. RHA is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and the Council on Quality and Leadership, and we are committed to providing the highest quality of care. At RHA, we believe we all deserve the chance to live our best possible lives. We want you to join our team of compassionate professionals. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at careers@rhanet.org. RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.
