Behavioral Health Assistant - Adult Psych Intermediate Care

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Psych Intermediate Care
• Schedule: Full time, 36 hrs, 3-12 hr shifts, Day shift, 7A-7P, rotating weekends
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St Joseph
• Location: Wichita, KS

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience,if applicable.

Assist in the provision of behavioral health services and safety support for patients.

• Collect, record, and report data on client progress making specific instructional changes according to established guidelines and completes informal evaluations as required.
• Provide patient assistance including deescalating volatile situations and alerts team members to any areas of concern.
• Assist with the search, inventory, storage, and return of patient property.
• May serve as a member of the crisis response team and participates in situational debriefs as required. May assist in the planning and implementation of individualized behavior support plans.