Mental Health Associate II

About the position

The Mental Health Associate II is responsible for providing a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment while providing direct observation for an assigned patient experiencing confusion, suicidal ideation, or other psychiatric condition requiring close supervision. This position works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse assigned to the patient.

Responsibilities

• Observes assigned patient, maintaining a direct line of vision to the patient at all times and communicates unusual occurrences immediately to the nurse responsible for the patient.
• Assists with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, implementing safety interventions and applying appropriate emotional support.
• Orients the patient and patient's family to the facility and the policies and procedures.
• Documents patient care activities.
• Provides appropriate interventions immediately if the patient is attempting to participate in an unsafe activity e.g. climbing out of bed, attempting to ambulate without assistance, pulling at lines or tubes, displaying aggressive behavior; and seeks assistance as necessary.
• Changes bed linens, tidies room and empties trash as needed.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Maintains clean and orderly utility rooms.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Current Washington State Certified Nurse Assistant license required.
• Previous patient care experience, preferably in a behavioral health setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.
• Pay scale is $20.56 - $30.76 USD, influenced by skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.