Mental Health Associate, Psych, 24 Hour, Days

Major Responsibilities

Demonstrates understanding of comfort/safety measures required of population served.

Attends ongoing/continuing education programs as appropriate to maintain knowledge base.

Performs patient care activities as prescribed by the registered nurse based on established protocols.

Adheres to standards of care appropriate to patients assigned and consistent with job skills.

Utilizes the correct format for all documentation.

Position Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications/Educations: Required Certification or equivalent experience required. Receives on the job training under close supervision. American Heart Association certification for health care provider required upon hire or during orientation and every two years thereafter. Dr. Armstrong training required during orientation and every year thereafter.
• Experience/Skills: Preferred: 2 years experience and/or CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) preferred. Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.