Behavioral Health Specialist MRSS Licking County Full Time 8am-8pm 3-12hr Shifts

**Job Summary** The Behavioral Health Specialist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager. MRSS is a fast, flexible, and compassionate approach to crisis care. If you’re ready to bring calm to crisis, connect families with vital resources, and be part of a movement that meets people where they are, we want to meet you. **Essential Functions:** - Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics. - Respond within established timelines to MRSS dispatch calls and provide in-person or telehealth support. - Manage mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients in a framework and manner that acknowledges their unique and intersecting personal and cultural identities. - Collaborate with clinical staff to assess crisis situations, identify strengths and needs, and participate in crisis de-escalation. - Support the development and implementation of individualized short-term stabilization plans in partnership with the youth, family, and clinical team. - Assist families in identifying natural supports and navigating access to community-based behavioral health services and resources. - Provide psychoeducation, behavioral coaching, and skill-building interventions to youth and caregivers. - Participate in regular follow-up and stabilization support for up to 30 days post-crisis. - Maintain timely and accurate documentation of service delivery in compliance with Medicaid and OhioMHAS regulations. - Comply with workflows and data collection requirements for MRSS and Crisis services - Engage in required training and supervision to maintain fidelity to MRSS service model and agency standards. - Meet with Supervisor for weekly supervision. - Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required. - Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging. - Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts. **Education/Experience:** - Associate’s degree or minimum of three years of experience in behavioral health setting working with youth and families. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. - Must meet qualifications for a Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist (QBHS) per Ohio Administrative Code. - Experience working in youth-serving systems (e.g. behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice, etc.) - Relevant experience or course of study in behavioral healthcare helpful. **Qualifications:** - Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact - Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in crisis environments. - Cultural competence and trauma-informed care knowledge - Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people - Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment - Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently. - Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc. - Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs. - Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance. - Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test. ***Benefits include:*** - Free CEU trainings - Competitive medical benefits at a low monthly cost & different family plans to explore. - Ten paid holidays; some are exchangeable - Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance - Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations - 401(k) with employer match opt…