Mental Health Associate

Location: Danbury, CT, United States

Requisition ID: 50872

Salary Range: 17.07 - 32.47 HOURLY

Work Shift: 7a-330p w/ alternate weekends. cross train to BCU. some evening coverage as needed.

FT/PT/PD: Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

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Description

Summary:

The Mental Health Associate observes and provides patient care support under the supervision of the RN. Provides clerical support, as necessary, to assigned service.

Responsibilities:

1. Observes, interacts and provides direction for all patients assigned while under the supervision of an RN. Conveys the patient's objective behavior, level of functioning, & any problems or difficulties the patient is experiencing to RN.

2. Assists RN in implementing the plan of care for the patient.

3. Provides a safe and/or secure environment for the patient/community.

4. Completes all secretarial functions.

5. Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

6. Recognizes value of continued professional growth and development.

7. Assists in orienting new staff.

8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGRE

Other Information:

Required: Experience with psychiatric/emotionally distressed or substance abuse population.

Minimum Experience: one year

Desired:

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions

Credentials:AED,BLS,CPR

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 91

Department: Psych Unit

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $17.07 - $32.47 Hourly

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We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.