Mental Health Specialist, Brockton Behavioral Health, 32 Hours (Nights)

BMC Software•Brockton, MA

2d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Specialist is a member of the multidisciplinary psychiatric patient treatment team. The MHS implements clinical care responsibilities in accordance with inpatient psychiatry department policies, procedures and standards under the supervision of a psychiatric registered nurse. The Mental Health Specialist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients from ages 18 and above. The Mental Health Specialist must possess the knowledge and ability to gather data reflective of the patient’s age and developmental level in determining treatment needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree OR HS Diploma/GED and 2 year’s experience in the mental health/related field OR Mental Health Specialist certificate
Current BLS Certificate Required
Patient care skills acquired through one year of previous direct patient care experience preferred.
Demonstrated skill in developing helpful relationships with patients, families and staff
Ability to use a variety of medical equipment necessary in the delivery of quality patient care
Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups of the population served including: knowledge of growth and development, provide age appropriate communication

Responsibilities

Implements clinical care responsibilities in accordance with inpatient psychiatry department policies, procedures and standards under the supervision of a psychiatric registered nurse.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients from ages 18 and above.
Possesses the knowledge and ability to gather data reflective of the patient’s age and developmental level in determining treatment needs.