Safety Watch Monitor

Naphcare, Inc. • Harvest, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to work at Limestone Correctional Facility. The role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals caring for people in residence. It is performed in a controlled environment where security is a top priority and involves supporting patients with complex medical needs.

The monitor conducts direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional. The role also includes documenting and communicating observations, responding to crises, promoting prosocial behavior, and participating in treatment-team planning and unit meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Must meet initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
• Must pass a background check, security clearance, and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients weighing up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one, direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide.
• Conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in select behavioral health settings under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional.
• Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch and/or housed in behavioral health units.
• Perform crisis intervention and de-escalation as indicated.
• Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
• Participate in unit treatment-team planning.
• Document critical incidents and treatment progress in patients’ medical records at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Participate in unit morning reports and regular unit staff meetings.
• May facilitate community meetings.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health insurance starting on day one.
• Dental insurance starting on day one.
• Vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions at no cost through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED