Mental Health Worker - Behavioral Health Emergency Department (Nights)

Augusta Health Careers•Fishersville, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services provides direct patient care services to patients with psychiatric disorders in the emergency room setting. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Emergency Room. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services is expected to be able to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
BLS within 30 days of hire
De-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually
Must be able to participate in crisis intervention techniques.
Received Human Rights Training
Restraint Competency
Basic computer skills
Able to communicate with patients and other staff - verbal, auditory, and in written form using Augusta Health documentation.
Able to ambulate self, patients, and equipment to facilitate patient safety and patient or equipment transfers.
Ability to perform detailed assignments, work under pressure, and relate to patients, hospital/medical staff, and visitors professionally.
Ability to meet physical and mental requirements for job in a fast paced, complex emergency setting