Behavioral Health Specialist - Evening and Overnights Available!

Behavioral Health Specialist - Evening and Overnights Available! Clinical Matteson, IL, Matteson, IL, US Salary Range: $18.00 To $24.00 Hourly Primary Responsibilities Include: Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients that support the treatment plan. Provides individual patient support through group monitoring. Actively participates in the maintenance of a structured and safe milieu and follows all policies and procedures related to patient/milieu safety. Attends required group supervision with supervisor. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team primary to plan and coordinate treatment based on patients’ needs; also utilizes the clinical record as a source of information. Reports changes in patient status to the Site Director and/or therapist and implements modifications in the treatment plan. Monitors and records patients’ progress with respect to individualized treatment goals. Recognizes the precursors of potential crisis and unsafe patient behavior and intervenes to de‑escalate patients utilizing the least restrictive and therapeutic means of intervention. Completes all required documentation according to policies and procedures and ensures that daily clinical notes document the patients’ progress in meeting their treatment goals. Promotes exceptional customer service throughout the program. Facilitates active patient participation in the treatment process. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor’s or Associates degree or equivalent in Human Services, Masters is preferred. Licensed, or license eligible. Experience providing mental health, eating disorders and/or substance abuse treatment services is preferred. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; behavioral therapy methods; the assessment and treatment of behavioral disorders; and familiarity with the principles of 12-step recovery. Develops knowledge of eating disorders, chemical dependency and other relevant issues and demonstrates competency in providing and implementing resident care. Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics. Skilled in communicating ideas and instructions, verbally and in writing, clearly and concisely. Physical Demands Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, climb stairs and drive possibly for extended periods. Must possess the ability to provide physical restraint to the residents. Must have visual, hearing and learning capabilities necessary to perform the essential functions described above. #J-18808-Ljbffr