PSYCH CARE WORKER (TEMP)

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support patients in such activities as eating, dressing, grooming, social manners and care for rooms and belongings.
• Absorb and provide therapeutic and/or physical intervention under supervision for patients exhibiting aggressive or destructive behavior.
• Communicate oral and written observations and behavioral information to the assigned nurse.
• Participate in discussions with nursing staff regarding individual patient relationships and responses to therapy and treatment.
• Assist patients in preparing for hospitalization by providing information on the hospital environment, operational routines, and standard practices.
• Perform routine personal hygiene tasks for patients.
• Transport, ambulate, move, and lift patients as needed.
• Administer emergency first aid measures, such as handling of convulsions or fainting.
• Provide constant, alert observation of patients assigned by the nurse.
• Escort patients to various locations for procedures, tests, or court appearances.
• Maintain orderliness of patient care and unit environment as directed.

Requirements

• Evidence of a responsible work pattern including an outstanding attendance record and punctuality.
• Child psychology experience or recent experience on a psychiatric unit preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work all shift schedules: night shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.), day shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.), and evening shift (3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.).

Benefits

Michigan Medicine offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $XX.XX - $XXX.XX per hour.

Schedule

Positions are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work modes based on departmental discretion. Work schedules are subject to change at any time during employment.

Background Screening

Pre-employment background screening and drug testing are required as part of the hiring process. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for this position is [insert date]. The review and selection process begins [insert date] and may continue beyond the initial posting period.