Behavioral Health Worker - PRN / Per Diem

Behavioral Health Worker OpportunityMidwest Center for Youth and Families (a subsidiary of UHS) has been in operation since 1997, serving youth across the country that are in need of psychiatric treatment for a variety of mental health issues. The Midwest Center is a respected healthcare provider, fully accredited, 74-bed private, residential treatment facility with locations in Valparaiso and Kouts, IN. We are dedicated to care of the hearts and minds of our patients with compassion and superior quality behavioral healthcare services through our full-immersion Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program for children and adolescents ages 10 - 18 who struggle with emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges. Join us as the leaders providing service excellence to patients, their families and each other!The Behavioral Health Worker is a vital part of Midwest Center for Youth and Families' treatment team. This is a full time, 40 hour per week position. Available schedules include every Sunday - Thursday ($2/hr schedule premium for this schedule) and every Tuesday - Saturday ($3/hr schedule premium for this schedule). There is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts. Midwest Center is accepting applications for individuals looking for a Per Diem / PRN position. PRN requires working 1 weekday and 1 weekend day per biweekly pay period.It's the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It's taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It's the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are physically and mentally fit and have what it takes to care for patients of all ages. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient's noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. It's these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.As a Behavioral Health Worker, you will:Ensure a safe and therapeutic environmentImplement elements of treatment plan and identified interventions to provide quality careDocument and communicate client behaviorsFollow clinical and unit programmingAssist with patient groups and activitiesProvide DBT skills coaching with patientsMaintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniquesBenefit Highlights:Tuition reimbursement, up to $5250 annually, including four certificate/license-related classesYMCA membership discountAuto & Home insuranceComputer Purchasing ProgramMobile Wireless Carrier discounts - T-Mobile, AT&T, VerizonIdentity Protection & Legal PlansFamily PlanningBuilding Educational ResourceCareer development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!Employee discount programHealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU coursesCompetitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time OffExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug PlansShort & Long-term DisabilityPersonal Accident, Life & Dependent Life InsurancePet insuranceSoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program401(K) with company match, discounted stock planEmployee Assistance ProgramAbout Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.Qualifications Requirements:High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferredOne year of experience working in a psychiatric setting with patients aged 10-18yrs preferredCollege student who has obtained or are pursuing their degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services are preferredEEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.