Student Behavioral Associate

2 weeks ago


Pittsburgh, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

Millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. This is nearly one in five adults. Are you searching for the opportunity to make an impact on these individuals? Are you passionate about dispelling widespread stigma and misunderstanding associated with mental health?

For more than 70 years, UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital (WPH) has been a national leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders throughout the lifespan. In conjunction with the Department of Psychiatry of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, we continue to strive to be one of the nation's foremost academic- based psychiatric care facilities and remain dedicated to providing professionals with state-of-the-art training and assistance.

We are seeking casual Student Behavioral Associates to support our inpatient units. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, this role will assist with the provision of medical and psychiatric patient care. The incumbent receives practical experience relevant to their formal education track and career goals. These positions are located at the Oakland location and the shifts are rotating, day/evening/night, weekdays, weekends and holidays.

The Student Behavioral Associate has a set rate of $17.38.

Responsibilities:

* Assists the nurse and other direct care staff in the provision of physical care and clinical intervention as assessed by client needs.
* Attend a minimum of 1 unit based of Institute wide in-service yearly.
* Documents in the medical record according to established policies.
* Encourages patients to perform or assists them in the performance of activities of daily living.
* Learns and utilizes up-to-date technology and practices in the delivery of patient care.
* Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
* Maintains on-going communication with the treatment team and charge nurse regarding observations of patients' medical and behavioral symptoms and the care provided.
* Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.
* Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities.
* Takes initiative to ensure that unit environment is maintained.

Qualifications:

* Current full-time enrollment in an accredited school in healthcare related baccalaureate (Nursing and Psychology preferred). Other majors will be considered

OR

* Current full-time enrollment in a diploma, Associate, or Bachelor level nursing program.
* Must be available and agree to work weekends and holidays.
* Must be able to work overtime as required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

* Act 33 Child Clearance with Renewal
* Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
* Act 73 FBI Clearance
* Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
* Comprehensive Crisis Management

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran



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