Mental Health Associate

Sentara Hospitals • Norfolk, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Associate performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups. Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff. Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Level Degree
• Basic Life Support Certification (Required within 90 days of hire)
• Crisis Prevention Intervention training (Required within 15 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

• 1-year Behavioral Health work experience
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and abnormal human behavior

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients.
• Performs technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care under the supervision of an RN.
• Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups.
• Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

What This Job Offers

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