Mental Health Associate - Psych Adult

Providence • Portland, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate-Mental Health (MHA) provides patient care under the direct supervision of the RN, with indirect supervision of mental health skills by an employed Mental Health Professional. Provides hospital level and focused patient care, support, and milieu management for patients with behavioral health conditions and illness. Under the direction of an RN, observes and reports on patient conditions, changes, and collaborates with treatment team in developing treatment plans. Is sensitive to needs of these patients and alerts care team leaders of a change in status of the patients on the inpatient psychiatric unit. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: Studies include, but are not limited to, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field. Also included are major studies in medical fields, including but not limited to Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc., or equivalent experience of 3 years in a mix of Residential Inpatient, Psychiatric Outpatient, or Acute Care settings (behavioral health experience not required).
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• 3 years of mixed experience as described above or a Bachelor's Degree.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Provides indirect supervision of mental health skills by an employed Mental Health Professional.
• Provides hospital level and focused patient care, support, and milieu management for patients with behavioral health conditions and illness.
• Under the direction of an RN, observes and reports on patient conditions, changes, and collaborates with treatment team in developing treatment plans.
• Is sensitive to needs of patients and alerts care team leaders of a change in status of the patients on the inpatient psychiatric unit.

Benefits

• Free, convenient, and ample parking
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area
• Medical Plan Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement/education – includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level