AIDE - MH/BH (NO DEGREE) (6:45am - 3:15pm) PT

UHS • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Laurel Heights Hospital is a 112-bed facility in Atlanta, Georgia, providing psychiatric treatment to children and adolescents with a range of psychiatric and behavioral disorders and autism. Its multidisciplinary clinical team partners with youth and families in a supportive, therapeutic environment.

The Mental Health Aide provides direct patient care under clinical-team supervision. The role supports a safe, therapeutic milieu through appropriate client interaction and resident supervision. The position also assists with activities of daily living, classroom instruction, patient observation, documentation, and safety procedures. The posted schedule is 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., part-time, with work every other weekend and assignment to units according to facility needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work every other weekend.
• Ability to pass a drug test within 24 hours.
• Patience, compassion, and ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to move through positions such as sitting, squatting, and bending.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in a related mental health field.
• Previous experience working with behavioral health patients, children, adolescents, and/or people with special needs.
• One year of experience in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the clinical team.
• Facilitate a safe, therapeutic milieu through appropriate interaction with clients and proper resident supervision.
• Guide and assist individuals with personal hygiene and appearance, including tooth brushing, bathing, toileting, haircare, and dressing appropriately for the weather.
• Help residents get out of bed and learn activities of daily living skills at home and in the community.
• Monitor medical concerns and alert supervisors to changes in health or problems involving medication or medical equipment.
• Carry out safety, meal preparation, and cleaning procedures.
• Maintain patient health data and records.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu, including crisis intervention.
• Perform Q15 observation rounds while working within ethical boundaries.
• Work closely with education, recreation therapy, BCBA, and RBT staff.
• Assist the teacher in the classroom as an instructional aide.
• Work every other weekend and on any unit assigned by the manager based on facility needs.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED