Missoula - Behavioral Program Specialist

Overview Behavioral Health Solutions (BHS) is seeking a hard‑working, self‑driven individual to join our behavioral team as a Behavioral Program Specialist. A behavioral specialist is a healthcare professional responsible for ensuring that patients receive the best possible care for their mental and behavioral health needs. The role involves working with clinical staff at long‑term care facilities to maintain accurate documentation of patient behavioral symptoms and conditions, coordinating care with facility staff and BHS clinicians, and summarizing patients' behavioral records for submission to special needs programs. CNAs, BHTs, Medical Assistants, and similar personnel are encouraged to apply. This position will train with and report to a remote Clinical Supervisor for oversight on all cases worked. Responsibilities Participate in IDT meetings with nursing facility staff and BHS clinicians. Audit charts to promote timely and appropriate behavioral documentation. Write clinical documentation that summarizes a patient's behavioral record for submission to special needs programs. Update tracking reports with approved and pending participants. Perform administrative duties related to processing and tracking patients on special needs programs. Job Type Full‑Time, W2 Employment (Monday – Friday). Travel through the Missoula area is required and is compensated. Requirements COVID‑19 vaccination and booster required. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university preferred. Two years of experience working in a behavioral health setting, or educational equivalence that can be substituted for up to one year of work experience. Non‑violent Crisis Prevention Training preferred; CPI certification is a plus. Travel required. Moderate computer skills required; experience with electronic medical records preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones, and other professionals. Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations. Ability to write reports and clinical documentation. Benefits Mileage reimbursement. Competitive earnings. Hands‑on and virtual training and supervision. Work‑life balance. PTO and paid holidays. A comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more). 401(k) with 3% company match. Pay $23 – $25.00 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr