Observer

Naphcare, Inc.•Speigner, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor to work at the Alabama Department of Corrections’ Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore, Alabama. The role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals caring for people in residence in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The position supports NaphCare’s mission to provide quality healthcare that protects patients’ rights, dignity, and health, including patients with complex medical needs. Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, the Correctional Observer conducts direct observation and rounds for patients at risk of self-injury or suicide and in select behavioral health settings. The role includes monitoring and documenting patient observations, communicating relevant information, supporting prosocial behavior, and responding to crises as indicated. Other duties include participating in treatment planning and staff meetings, documenting incidents and treatment progress at the supervisor’s discretion, and following standard precautions and PPE requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
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, 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 supervisor’s discretion.
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.