Mental Health Associate, Adult Psychiatric Unit (Inpatient) - 32 hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health • Webster, MA

120d

About The Position

This position involves participating as a member of the mental health team on an inpatient behavioral health unit. The role includes providing direct patient care, treatment planning, implementing plans, documentation, and conducting milieu safety assessments and activities such as group activities. At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver, and this role is crucial in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the health system's mission.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• American Heart Association certification for health care provider CPR required upon hire or during orientation and every two years thereafter.
• Avade 2 (restraint) training completion required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective interpersonal skills to provide respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, visitors and others.
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving abilities for routine situations.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred.
• Medical terminology and computer skills preferred.
• Two years of experience in a health-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the Mental Health Team and serves both internal and external customers including patients, families, nurses, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services.
• Provides clear, timely communication to the units licensed nurses regarding observations and changes seen in the patient.
• Records behavioral data on appropriate data sheets and the electronic medical record.
• Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks and environmental safety rounds.
• Utilizes fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed.
• Effectively utilizes de-escalation and calming tools and strategies and follows the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.
• Participates and shares responsibility for the development and maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Serves as a leader or co-leader for group activities such as goal setting group, dual diagnosis groups, and various activity groups.
• Handles routine situations and must request assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.
• Assists in medical emergencies as directed by the licensed nurse.
• Utilizes proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.
• Obtains and records vital signs, measures and records patients’ height and weight.

Benefits

• Signing bonus may be available.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees