What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Behavioral Health Paraprofessional position at Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness?
Ouachita Behavioral Health and Wellness (OBHAW) is the nonprofit community mental health facility serving the community mental health needs of five area counties for over 50 years. As an OBHAW team member, you will join our commitment to bring hope and health to our communities, one life at a time. Our team members are dedicated to creating a collaborative, empowering environment where individuals are able to heal. We are a values-driven organization and believe that these principles should guide us: Do the Right Thing - Respect Dignity - Excellence in Everything - Empower People - Celebrate Success.
As part of our employee community you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package. In addition, we offer paid holidays and a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plan.
OBHAW is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 501.620.5126.
QUALIFICATIONS
(Education, Training and/or Experience):
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or related field, experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of and ability to use personal computer for e-mail and EMR.
- Candidate must have a passion for working with people in need.
- Must have excellent organization and communication skills.
- Must pass a background check.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Regular attendance onsite at work is a requirement of this position.
- Experience working with children and adults who may be in crisis.
- Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
- Understand the role of cultural competence, diversity, equity, and inclusion in working with the target population, their families, and providers.
ONGOING
REQUIREMENTS:
- Obtain and maintain certification as Qualified Behavioral HealthParaprofessional
- Capacity to function effectively within the context of the cultural beliefs, behaviors, and needs of clients and the community.
- Clean Driving Record and Clear Background Check
- Certification in Handle with Care
- Obtain and maintain certification with SOAR (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. The employee must have the ability to use a computer, telephone, copier/fax as required. The employee must be able to communicate with others in an understandable manner. The employee must be able to operate standard office equipment. There is a moderate level of activity including moving throughout the building occasional movement of light equipment involved in the position. Regular attendance onsite at work is a requirement of this position.
POSITION GOAL:
The QBHP is responsible for providing intervention services according to current performance indicators. Services include but are not limited to:
- Monitoring of client's behavioral/mental/emotional state
- Linking client and/or family to community resources
- Providing support to clients to maintain/improve level of functioning.
- Maintaining liaison with other service providers/involved community parties.
- Providing treatment activities consisting of specific therapeutic interventions as prescribed on the treatment plans.
- Provide transportation to clients by driving agency vehicle.
- Develop and implement life skills training.
- Advocate for the client well-being as a member of the treatment team
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt
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