Mental Health Associate

5 days ago


Norfolk, United States Sentara Full time

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Overview

Work Shift

Second (Evenings) (United States of America)

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Mental Health Nursing 8B, is hiring a Full-time, Evening Shift, Mental Health Associate

Hours/Shift: Full-time (36 hours), Evening Shift

Facility Highlights: Click here to learn more about Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Department Overview: Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff

As a Mental Health Associate you will perform direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Lead and co-facilitate educational and activity groups. Assist with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor‘s Level Degree in Education, Psychology or Sociology (in lieu of degree; 4 years‘ experience in behavioral health setting required)
  • American Heart Association BLS Certification

Preferred:

  • 1-year prior Behavioral Health work experience


Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B , 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks and more.


Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve

Keywords: Mental Health, MHA, clinical support, clinical, direct care, indirect care, technical, nursing care, nursing support

Job Summary

Performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups. Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications:

BLD - Bachelor‘s Level Degree: Education (Required), BLD - Bachelor‘s Level Degree: Psychology (Required), BLD - Bachelor‘s Level Degree: Sociology (Required)

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI

Behavioral Health

Skills

Technology/Computer

Sentara Healthcare prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at ecfr.gov for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application.


In support of our mission ‘to improve health every day,‘ this is a tobacco-free environment.



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