Behavioral Health Assoc, Pediatric Psych

3 weeks ago

Baltimore, United States University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore Washington Full time

Job Description

FT- 10 hour shifts, 9a-7:30p, every other weekend, every other holiday

General Summary

Under direct supervision of professional licensed staff, performs delegated care functions to patients with diverse psychiatric/mental health and substance abuse disorders. The Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) engages in therapeutic activities and interactions with patients while following the established unit and hospital policies to ensure appropriate care delivery and provide a safe and recuperative milieu environment.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified and may perform additional functions and other activities assigned.

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* Maintains milieu management through therapeutic psychiatric interventions as outlined by the treatment plan. Interventions contributes to patient emotional, intellectual, and developmental growth.
* Prepares, organizes, and leads proficient psycho educational groups and specialty groups appropriate to patient population and developmental age.
* Maintains milieu management and uses crisis de-escalation strategies to reduce destructive and disruptive patient behavior and ensure the safety of patient, self, and others. Recognizes early warning signs of worsening patient behaviors and intervenes appropriately.
* Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team by participating in meetings to provide input on patient progress.
* Communicates effectively with health care providers and licensed staff regarding patient progress to ensure continuity and coordination of care and to report changes in patient's condition.
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* Documents patient observations in accordance with hospital standards in formats such as checklists, flow sheets, or narratives.
* Participates in family/patient visits to ensure safety and positive outcomes for both the patient and family through intervention and suggestion of activity. Observes and provides feedback/teaching to family caregivers during visits.
* Assists in admitting, transferring and discharging patients by orienting patients to the unit, assisting with transport of patient and belongings to and from admitting, discharge and other areas of the hospital as necessary.
* Participates in mandatory hospital/department in-services training activities and staff meetings.
* Maintains strict patient medical record confidentiality in accordance to hospital/unit policy and federal Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
* Assists with the orientation of fellow staff members by explaining unit policies and procedures.
* Participates in Performance Improvement activities and acts as a contributing member of subsequent committees.
* Demonstrates support and compliance with UMMC mission, vision, values, philosophy, goals and objectives.

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Minimum of an Associates degree in social science or education required, Bachelors degree preferred.

Previous experience in mental health or social services preferred.

CPR certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Demonstrates proficient knowledge concerning principles of psychology and the fundamentals of mental health disorders.
* Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required to work with patients, visitors, and other healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality of patient care and maintain courteous and effective relationships.
* Demonstrates sensitivity and awareness to the needs of patients, visitors and co-workers, respecting dignity and privacy.

Patient Safety

Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.

* Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
* Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
* Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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