Full Time Behavioral Health Specialist (Support Provider II)

Johnson County, Kansas · Shawnee, United States

Behavioral Health Specialist

Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified applicants to fill the position of a Full-time Behavioral Health Specialist for the Adult Detox Unit, a program at the Johnson County Mental Health Center. The unit has 24/7 operations and typically individuals stay in the program for up to 3-5 days.

This position is eligible for a shift differential specific to overnight hours($1.50/hr), weekend hours ($0.75/hr), and evening hours ($0.75/hr).

Schedule shifts available for this position:

• Evening shift: Sunday through Thursday, 3pm-11pm

Posting will remain open until position is filled.

Job Description

Job duties include:

• Provides, assists with, or coaches individuals on personal care needs with limited supervision; provides crisis interventions (including evidence based practices to maintain the safety of individuals); monitors adult interactions and behaviors; monitors medication administration as prescribed; monitors and documents mental and physical condition of individuals.
• Teaches, coaches and provides guidance and support on various skills to enable productive lives of individuals; assists clients with managing their emotions, assists and supports individual treatment/recovery goals and assist clients in developing positive coping skills; develops and maintains a positive and effective relationship with service recipients, families, and other service providers.
• Organizes and participates in meetings related to care coordination; completes documentation for direct services provided to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• May transport individuals receiving services to appointments, activities, and/or work.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working in a human services field are required. A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is preferred.

Experience working with adults in a behavioral health setting is preferred.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with individuals in a behavioral health and/or substance use setting is preferred.

Education may be substituted for experience.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.