Behavioral Health Specialist
UHS
Summary
$19.00 – $24.00 per hour (with shift differential): Full-Time, Part-Time, Call-In (per diem)
Job description
Behavioral/Mental Health Specialist
$19.00 – $24.00 per hour (with shift differential): Full-Time, Part-Time, Call-In (per diem)
- Monday – Thursday, 3pm – 11pm: additional $2.00 per hour
- Monday – Thursday, 11pm – 7am: additional $3.00 per hour
- Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays: additional $4.00 per hour
Move forward with a career that provides purpose, meaning and career development.
- Are you the kind of person who is drawn to helping young people who may be struggling with life or past trauma and abuse?
- Do you have the insight, patience and compassion that drive you to "connect" to teens who are suffering with low self-esteem, sadness, anger, and grief?
If this description "fits" you then we need you now more than ever. The struggles in the past few years have had damaging effects on the mental health and wellness of our youth. Please consider a career working to improve the lives of the clients we serve. We use a TRAUMA INFORMED CARE APPROACH to working with adolescents and we will teach you how to apply these principles in an effective and positive manner.
Your role provides services to the residents through:
Active Engagement: Assisting with psycho-ed groups, physical activities, therapeutic and scholastic assignments, and coaching pro social skills by modeling healthy relationship building skills.
Empathy and Trauma Informed Care: Compassionate listening and re-directing negativity to ensure our clients feel safe which helps them on the path to healing past trauma.
Modeling and Coaching: Working together in a collaborative environment with their peers helps promote pro social skills and improves their self-esteem.
Safety and Security: Consistent engagement and supervision of our clients is a priority that will ensure safety and provides much needed routines.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. A minimum of 6 - 12 months of acute psychiatric experience in a hospital-based setting preferred but willing to train. Preference will be given to applicants who have an Associated Degree or higher in a Social Science Field.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6-12 months of acute psychiatric experience in a hospital-based setting preferred
- Associate Degree or higher in a Social Science Field preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Shift Differential
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- CPI Certification
- Free Meals
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.