Mental Health Associate II

MultiCare Health System • Spokane Valley, WA

2d • $21 - $32

About The Position

The Mental Health Associate II provides a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment for an assigned patient experiencing confusion, suicidal ideation or another psychiatric condition requiring close supervision. The associate maintains direct observation of the patient and works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient. The role also includes direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, safety interventions, documentation and maintaining patient and utility areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current Washington State Certified Nurse Assistant license.
• Previous patient care experience, preferably in a behavioral health setting.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Observe the assigned patient, maintaining a direct line of vision at all times, and immediately communicate unusual occurrences to the nurse responsible for the patient.
• Help maintain a safe, hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, implementing safety interventions and providing appropriate emotional support.
• Orient the patient and the patient’s family to the facility and its policies and procedures.
• Document patient care activities.
• Immediately intervene when the patient attempts unsafe activities, such as climbing out of bed, attempting to ambulate without assistance, pulling at lines or tubes, or displaying aggressive behavior; seek assistance as necessary.
• Change bed linens, tidy the room and empty trash as needed.
• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Maintain clean and orderly utility rooms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance, residencies, fellowships and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Code Lavender support.

What This Job Offers

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