Behavioral Care Associate Full Time Nights

About the Role

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Responsibilities

• Observes patients to detect behavior patterns and report observations and concerns to the registered nurse or behavioral health clinician.
• Implements patient-centered care and trauma-informed care.
• Creates and supports a therapeutic environment for safe treatment implementation.
• Performs observation rounds on assigned patients, documenting in real time, in order to detect behavior patterns.
• Utilizes clear and positive communication skills to assess and provide therapeutic intervention for patients' and families' needs and concerns.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate appropriately, professionally, and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and local, state, and national laws
• Proficiency in computer systems to enter and track patient records
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English
• High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]
• Field of study in a Social Science
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Preferred]

Qualifications

• Position-related experience [Preferred]
• Work experience in an inpatient/24-hour-per-day mental health/substance abuse setting [Preferred]

Skills

• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient observation and documentation
• Computer proficiency

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

$16.26 - $26.02 per hour

Schedule

• Full time
• Night shift

Location

9100 W 74TH ST, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, 66204, United States of America

Physical Requirements

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