Mental Health Associate, Adult Psychiatric Unit (Inpatient) - 24 hours, Evenings

UMass Memorial Health; Quesnel; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established health system committed to exceptional patient care and academic excellence. As a Mental Health Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting adult and geriatric patients, ensuring their comfort and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in dynamic environments, rotating between specialized units. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values respect and diversity, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day. If you're passionate about caregiving and eager to grow in your career, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Ongoing Education Programs

Healthcare Certifications

Qualifications

• Certification or equivalent experience required.
• American Heart Association certification for healthcare providers required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Attend ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Emotional Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certification in Healthcare

Job description

Position: Mental Health Assistant

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Monday through Friday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend

Scheduled Hours: 2:45p-11:15p

Shift: 2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 24

Cost Center: 25082 - 1900 Psychiatry Adult Inp Web

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. We are committed to exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. UMass Memorial is the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, with over 16,000 employees working together as one health system. We believe everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

The Mental Health Assistant performs a variety of patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal and emotional needs of adult and/or geriatric patients while under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The successful candidate will rotate between the Co-Occurring Disorders Unit in Webster and the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit in Southbridge.

Major Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates understanding of comfort/safety measures required of population served.
2. Attends ongoing/continuing education programs as appropriate to maintain knowledge base.
3. Performs patient care activities as prescribed by the registered nurse based on established protocols.
4. Adheres to standards of care appropriate to patients assigned and consistent with job skills.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

Required:

• Certification or equivalent experience required.
• Receives on-the-job training under close supervision.
• American Heart Association certification for healthcare providers required upon hire or during orientation, and every two years thereafter.
• Dr. Armstrong training required during orientation and every year thereafter.

Preferred:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Experience/Skills

Preferred:

• 2 years experience and/or CADC (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We strive to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health—respect for our patients, community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we invite you to join our team and help us make respect our standard every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to submit an application due to incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond promptly to your request for disability assistance.