Mental Health Treatment Specialist

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Physician Affiliate Group of New York Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mental Health Treatment Aide to join our team at Physician Affiliate Group of New York. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide critical support to patients with mental health issues, working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct crisis and de-escalation interventions, therapeutic observations, and group sessions to support patients with mental health needs.
  • Orient patients to unit policies, procedures, and routines, ensuring a smooth transition to our care.
  • Identify patient characteristics and environmental factors that may trigger agitated behaviors, communicating this information to the treatment team.
  • Perform patient checks and rounds as required, ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients.
  • Communicate clinical matters to assigned Mental Health/DOC staff, reporting any unusual findings or changes in patient conditions.
  • Escort patients to groups or other required locations, providing support and guidance as needed.
  • Participate in departmental clinical training, staying up-to-date on best practices and evidence-based interventions.
  • May lead or co-lead groups/activities in areas such as anger management techniques and practices, documenting group activities as required.
  • Respond appropriately to patient emergencies, cooperating with DOC staff to ensure the safety of the unit.
  • Participate in regularly scheduled, in-person 1:1 supervision with the MHTA supervisor or designee.
  • Demonstrate a professional appearance and demeanor at all times, upholding the highest standards of our organization.
Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Job Hazards: Normal correctional health environment at facilities assigned.

Qualifications
  • An Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services, or a health-related area; or
  • A High School diploma or a GED and two years of full-time experience in Nursing Behavioral Health or a related field.
  • Or any combination of 1 and 2 above.
  • Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to establish successful interpersonal relationships with patients and co-workers.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Choice of a three-tiered medical plan starting day one.
  • Excellent dental insurance, including orthodontics coverage starting day one.
  • Generous paid time off program.
  • Healthcare FSA and Dependent FSA.
  • Salary: $54,112.50 annually.

For more information about our benefits, please click here.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country, dedicated to nurturing and emboldening healthcare providers who care for the most vulnerable patients in New York City. We are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from underrepresented groups in healthcare.

PAGNY is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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