Mental Health Support Specialist

Bridges to Recovery is hiring for Residential Support Specialist in Beverly Hills, CA.

Current Shift Available

• Saturday-Wednesday 7am-3:30pm

Compensation range for the Residential Support Staff role is $21.00hr

At Bridges to Recovery, we treat men and women suffering from a wide variety of mental health and co-occurring disorders including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, trauma disorders, and psychotic disorders. Our clinical expertise and nurturing luxury home-like residences provide a comfortable and supportive environment for clients to truly get to the root of their problems and gain the skills needed for continued growth. Bridges to Recovery is a Constellation Behavioral Health company.

The Mental Health Support Staff is responsible for provision of program support and direct care of patients in treatment at Bridges to Recovery. Mental Health Support Staff must have a positive attitude, follow directions well, and possess the ability to work independently when required. They should exhibit a high level of professionalism and healthy emotional and physical boundaries. They must have a strong work ethic and be a reliable team player. Mental Health Support Staff look after the physical and mental well-being of vulnerable adults in our care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelors Degree in Psychology or related field preferred
• Articulate, well spoken, with outstanding customer service skills
• Previous positive employment references
• Must be able to work in a pet friendly environment including cats/dogs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include week-ends
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Successfully complete drug screening, DMV, and comprehensive background check
• Candidates must pass a live scan background check
• Candidates must pass a 10 panel drug screen which includes Marijuana

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Driving clients in company vehicle, getting gas for company vehicles, light housekeeping, to include washing dishes and cleaning up after clients when needed
• Meals are included for employees. One Meal per shift
• Observes residents to monitor activities and behavior, and documents notable behaviors, medical and medication behaviors, and rules violations. Provide one-to-one supervision for any patient at risk
• Reinforce positive behaviors of clients, and promotes social interaction by conversing with them, participating in activities with them, etc.
• Ensures a clean, safe, and secure environment conducive to behavioral changes based on program rules and regulations
• Offer assistance with admissions and discharges, performing room moves, arranging transportation, delivering amenities as requested, and relaying accurate information from the clinical and administrative teams in a timely manner
• Participates in the inspection of the residences for fire, safety, and maintenance purposes and conducts required scheduled fire and safety drills.
• Relate professionally, ethically, and compassionately to clients, peers, and staff at all times

Bridges to Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Benefits Designed for You and Yours

Galen Mental Health and its subsidiary companies are proud to offer full-time employees and their dependents enrollment in multi-level medical, dental, and vision health benefits with substantial employer premium contributions. Additionally, the company offers employer paid Life Insurance and AD&D, Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and Employee Assistance Plans. Employees can choose from a variety of voluntary benefits including Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Short Term Disability Coverage, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans, Critical Illness Coverage, and Legal Assistance. Furthermore, the company offers generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.

Both full and part-time employees have the opportunity to enroll in the company’s 401(K) Retirement Plans with company match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed per paycheck. Employees contributing to their 401K plan are 100% vested immediately upon becoming eligible for the company match.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of hire.

Compensation range for the Residential Support Staff role is $21.00hr.

The range provided is for California based hires only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations other than CA may differ based on the cost of living in that geographic location.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend

Experience:

• Psychiatric care: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mental Health: 1 year (Preferred)
• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21