Mental Health Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


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

The University of Utah Health is a patient-focused organization that exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research, and education. To achieve this mission, we seek staff members who are committed to our values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust.


This position provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assists with the provision of basic patient care needs. As a member of our team, you will be working in a Level 1 Trauma Center and will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with 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, documenting belongings and other appropriate information.
  • Orient the patient and patient's family to the facility and the policies and procedures.
  • Escort 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.
  • Assist with providing a therapeutic milieu for patients by encouraging patients to participate in recreational activities and group therapies.
  • Assist with supportive therapy for select patients by leading activity and conversation groups.
  • Assist in the development of patient behavioral expectations.
  • May function as a preceptor to new Psychiatric Technicians.
  • Assist with the unit's training and quality assurance programs, as well as ordering, stocking, and maintaining clerical and patient supplies.
Estimated Salary

$45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience.

Requirements
  • Six months of behavioral health or direct patient care experience; may include CNA, MA, HCA, Teacher's aide or assistant.
  • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.


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