Mental Health Associate - Psychiatric Unit

at  PeaceHealth

Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a Mental Health Associate - Psychiatric Unit for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.31 – $34.99. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

JOB SUMMARY

Delivers services under the direct supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree Required: Human Services. or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience that gives the caregiver the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Experience working in the Human Services or related field

SKILLS

• Adaptability to rapid change (Required)
• Ability to assist clients in picking up their medications (Required)

• Maintains familiarity with each client’s assessment, behavior/care plan, and treatment plan to ensure 1:1 and group activities continue to serve therapeutic function.
• Helps with ongoing behavioral intervention/management on the unit including assisting care staff with difficult situations, preventative measures, and environmental issues.
• Participates in treatment team meetings and scheduled in-service trainings.
• Provides skills training to clients, assist them in gaining aid and entitlements, and provides medication monitoring (not applicable in all communities).
• Performs other duties as assigned.