Mental Health Worker/C.N.A. PT Nights R3
Care New England Health System•Providence, RI
•Onsite
About The Position
Provides role as patient advocate through his/her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care of patients, specifically patients’ activities of daily living. Insures a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit through observation monitoring, interacting and providing/assisting in groups.
Requirements
- Experience in working with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients.
- Excellent written skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- C.N.A certification (external candidates must have it; internal MHW candidates must have or complete it within 6 months of accepting the position).
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences preferred, or comparable behavioral health experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Responsibilities
- Acts as a patient advocate through role modeling and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service.
- Assists registered nurses in the direct care of patients, specifically with activities of daily living.
- Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit through observation, monitoring, interacting, and providing/assisting in groups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
