Mental Health Worker Days, 36 hours/week, every other weekend

POSITION SUMMARY : The Mental Health Specialist is a member of the multidisciplinary psychiatric patient treatment team. He/she implements clinical care responsibilities   in accordance with   inpatient psychiatry department policies,   procedures   and standards under the supervision of a psychiatric registered nurse. The Mental Health Specialist must be able to   demonstrate   the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care   appropriate to   patients aged   18 and above. The Mental Health Specialist must   possess   the knowledge and ability to gather data reflective of the patient’s age and developmental level in   determining   treatment needs.   Position: Mental Health Worker      Department: Geri Psych - Seton 7 West Schedule: Days, 36 hours/week, every other weekend  ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:   Participates in crisis intervention   using   verbal and physical de-escalation of potentially unsafe or aggressive behavior per training technique and seclusion/restraint policies/procedures   Assists RN in administering physical care and personal hygiene measures to assigned patients as appropriate   Leads and co-leads therapeutic process oriented and activity groups   Provides patient/family education and supports   regarding   milieu programming, goals of hospitalization and therapeutic interventions in support of meeting those goals   Gives observation and input   regarding   the patient to Nurse Manager/Charge RN when unable to communicate directly at treatment team meetings   Continuously evaluates patient progress toward goals   clearly evident   in documentation, participation in treatment planning, shift report and report to charge RN   Conducts and/or   assists   RN with patient search for contraband, vital signs, height,   weight   and orientation to the unit   Conducts patient safety checks as assigned to   monitor   both individual patient safety as well as unit mood and rising acuity concerns in the milieu   Identifies   issues related to progress towards discharge or any barriers to discharge   Vital signs, intake and output, activity of daily living status   Gives observation and input   regarding   the patient to Nurse Manager/Charge RN when unable to communicate directly at treatment team meetings   Shares observations and pertinent information with social worker, clinical colleagues, and patient family/caregivers   JOB REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED EDUCATION:   High School Degree or Equivalent     CPR Certification Required PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:   Patient care skills   acquired   through 1 year of   previous   direct patient care experience preferred   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:   Demonstrated skill in developing helpful relationships with patients,   families   and staff   Ability to use a variety of medical equipment necessary in the delivery of quality patient care   Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups of the population served including:   knowledge of growth and development   provide age-appropriate communication   Compensation Range: $18.42- $27.37 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.