Mental Health Care Specialist

3 days ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States University of Utah Health Full time
Overview

The University of Utah Health seeks a skilled Mental Health Care Specialist to join our team. This role provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients, assisting with basic patient care needs. As a member of our interdisciplinary treatment team, you will play a crucial part in maintaining a safe and hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in maintaining a safe and hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, and applying appropriate emotional and physical support.
  • Perform or assist with the admission of new patients by gathering routine information for nursing assessment, searching patients and belongings for contraband, and documenting belongings and other appropriate information.
  • Orient the patient and patient's family to the facility and its policies and procedures.
  • Escorts patients to off-unit appointments and activities using therapeutic interventions to ensure the safety of the patient, hospital staff, and other University patients and visitors.
Requirements

This position requires an Associate's degree or equivalent 2 years of experience or a year of college and one year related experience. A Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system is also required. Estimated salary: $43,000 - $53,000 per year.

About Us

University of Utah Health is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards, and overall patient experience. We are committed to providing excellent patient care and strive to create a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect.



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