Behavioral Health Assoc Full Time 36 hours 7am-7pm-EOW
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Associate performs a wide variety of patient-care tasks using a Patient Focused Care model. The role follows standardized procedures prescribed in a clinical pathway and supports direct care, diagnostic testing, patient transport, and documentation as directed by an RN. Patient care is provided under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse, with an emphasis on safe, patient-centered care and collaboration with patients, families, caregivers, and the care team. The position is full-time for 36 hours, with a 7 a.m.–7 p.m. schedule and every-other-weekend work. It is located at Bristol Hospital Main Campus in Bristol, Connecticut. The work environment is a stressful, fast-paced, variable patient-care setting that includes exposure to patient fluids and waste. Bristol Health describes its mission as caring for the community and providing compassionate, quality care guided by Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy. The organization offers eligible team members a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and paid leave; a 403(b) retirement savings plan with company matching; company-paid life insurance; and additional employee assistance and wellness programs. Eligibility and coverage vary by role and employment status.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Valid and active CNA certification in the State of Connecticut.
- Valid CPR with BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- At least 1 year of experience working in a long-term care and/or behavioral health setting.
- Knowledge of basic patient-care procedures and medical terminology.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Data-entry and documentation skills.
- Experience working with a psychiatric population.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally and follow written and oral instructions.
- Mental flexibility to perform diverse duties involved in patient care.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of significant walking, bending, stooping, patient lifting and positioning, and manual dexterity for phlebotomy and data entry.
Nice To Haves
- Good communication skills.
- One year of experience in an acute-care inpatient environment as a Patient Care Assistant or CNA.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
- Assist patients with bathing and personal hygiene.
- Assist patients with ambulation, feeding, and toileting.
- Assist with vital signs and weights.
- Perform safety checks and continuous observation of patients.
- Support activities related to diagnostic testing, patient transport, and documentation as directed by an RN.
- Provide safe, patient-centered care responsive to the individual needs of patients, families, and caregivers.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development and the care needs of the specific patient populations and age groups served.
- Use computer skills for patient-care tasks, data entry, and documentation.
- Communicate calmly and professionally and contribute to a positive work environment through empathy, teamwork, and collaboration.
- Participate in PERT.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid leave
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company matching
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
