BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST
UHS
Summary
Rolling Hills Hospital is a 130-bed behavioral health hospital in Franklin, Tennessee, providing inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance use treatment services for adolescents, adults, and seniors. With an expansion underway that will increase capacity to 154 beds, we remain committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while creating opportunities for talented professionals to grow their careers and make a meaningful impact.
Job description
We are seeking dedicated and patient-focused individuals to join our team as Behavioral Health Specialists. In this role, you will support patients between ages 13 and beyond who are experiencing medical and behavioral health challenges. Working under the supervision of an LPN/RN and as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team, you will:
- Assist with direct patient care and daily management
- Support therapeutic and leisure programming
- Promote activities of daily living based on each patient's developmental level and abilities
Your work will play a vital role in helping patients progress toward their treatment goals in a supportive and structured environment.
DAY SHIFT (7A-7PM), NIGHT SHIFT (7P-7A); 12 Hour shifts three days a week. Rotating weekends.
Qualifications
Education & Training
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree or college coursework in: Healthcare, Mental health, Recreational therapy, Education, Human growth and development
- Must demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English
Licensure & Certifications
- CPR Certification – training provided
- Handle With Care (HWC) Certification – training provided
Experience
- Preferred: At least one year of experience in one of the following roles or similar settings: Nurse's aide, Mental health aide, Psychiatric aide, Rehabilitation or psychiatric care
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English
- CPR Certification – training provided
- Handle With Care (HWC) Certification – training provided
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree or college coursework in Healthcare, Mental health, Recreational therapy, Education, Human growth and development
- Preferred: At least one year of experience as a Nurse's aide, Mental health aide, Psychiatric aide, or in rehabilitation or psychiatric care
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Shift Differential
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Tuition Discounts
- 401(k) With Company Match
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.