Behavioral Safety Specialist

7 days ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States UnityPoint Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Behavioral Safety Technician to join our team at UnityPoint Health. As a Behavioral Safety Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining a therapeutic environment in our psychiatric unit and assisting patients with daily living activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide empathetic interactions with patients and create a calm environment to de-escalate situations.
  • Assist patients in attending and participating in therapeutic activities, including group therapy and in-service education.
  • Conduct patient observations in accordance with physician orders and regulatory requirements, and report observations to your supervisor and/or other treatment providers.
  • Take vital signs and routine specimens as needed, and respond to safety codes.
  • Train new staff members and provide 1:1 patient companionship.
Requirements
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • 1 year of experience working with individuals with mental health conditions or disabilities preferred.
  • May be required to obtain BLS certification within six months of hire for certain sites.
Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, we are committed to providing a fulfilling career and a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, and we are committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.



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