Mental Health Specialist Sitter- Observation, Part time Days

Summary

Responsible for sitting with assigned patients and working with the nurse to assist with patient safety and offer stimuli to the patient. Communicates with all involved in the patient's care and provides customer service. Utilizes crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.

Major Job Functions

• Cares for the patient in a manner that promotes safety, protects rights, and preserves dignity that is conducive to a therapeutic environment
• Responds to needs of patients with direct assistance when able or by reporting patient needs to the appropriate person
• Affords assistance in maintaining patient safety to include the proper use of equipment and supplies which may include restraints
• Participates in educational and Performance Improvement activities
• Promotes the patient’s right to privacy
• Provides emotional support as appropriate
• Alerts nursing staff regarding escalating behavior that requires intervention and calls for assistance as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Psychology/social work training preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Skills and knowledge to conduct safe individual activities with the patients
• Strong observation and intervention skills with the patients and family members
• Proficient with interpersonal communication skills
• Possess verbal communication skills to allow for calm communication with patient and the patient’s family members

Physical Requirements

• Work involves a variety of activities including walking, standing and sitting
• Ability to turn and lift patients
• Ability to communicate and visually observe the patient required