Safety Watch Monitor

Naphcare, Inc. • Brent, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to work at Bibb Correctional Facility in Brent, Alabama. The role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals who provide care to people in residence. It is performed in a controlled environment where security is a top priority and supports patients with complex medical needs.

The Safety Watch Monitor helps provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of the patient population. Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, the monitor observes patients at risk of self-injury or suicide, documents and communicates observations, and supports safety and behavioral health care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
• Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
• A background check, security clearance, and drug screening are required.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, 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.
• Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in select behavioral health settings.
• 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 report 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, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• Prescriptions free of charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting 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.
• Competitive salaries and support for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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