Sanford Health - Thief River Falls, MN
posted about 1 month ago
About the position
Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of the psychiatric staff and patient orders. Monitors the safety and whereabouts of all residents in the facility. Observes and reports patient behaviors to clinical staff. Directly interacts with patients and is available for patient support. Delivers and documents specific rehabilitative services to adult patients with mental illness. Implements rehabilitation interventions under the direction of licensed clinical staff. Implements independent living skills training with patients. Provides opportunities for social and interpersonal skills development. Ensures that patient chores and/or daily tasks are complete. May provide transportation for patients, as needed. Under direction, participates in the admission process for patients and ensures that rooms are prepped at time of discharge for the next admission. Contributes to the overall cleanliness and appearance of the facility. Depending on setting, may be responsible for medication distribution. Interventions that are in the treatment plan but outside the scope of practice for this role must be implemented by appropriately licensed clinical staff. Interventions outside the scope of the treatment plan require approval from the leadership team.
Responsibilities
- Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients.
- Monitors the safety and whereabouts of all residents.
- Observes and reports patient behaviors to clinical staff.
- Directly interacts with patients and provides support.
- Delivers and documents rehabilitative services to adult patients.
- Implements rehabilitation interventions under licensed clinical staff direction.
- Implements independent living skills training with patients.
- Provides opportunities for social and interpersonal skills development.
- Ensures completion of patient chores and daily tasks.
- May provide transportation for patients.
- Participates in the admission process for patients.
- Ensures rooms are prepped for discharge.
- Contributes to the cleanliness and appearance of the facility.
- May be responsible for medication distribution.
Requirements
- Must hold a GED or HS diploma per MN State Statute.
- Must meet DHS requirements of a Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker.
- Associates of Arts degree (or 2 years post-secondary education) in behavioral sciences or human services.
- Registered nurse without a Bachelor's degree.
- 3 years personal life experience with serious and persistent mental illness.
- 3 years personal life experience as primary caregiver to an adult with serious mental illness or traumatic brain injury.
- 4000 hours supervised paid work experience in mental health services to adults with serious mental illness or traumatic brain injury.
- A valid driver's license may be required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Work/life balance benefits
- Generous time off package
