Behavioral Health Aide — Growth & Meaningful Care (CNA)

Integritus Healthcare; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Commons Nursing & Rehab Center in Massachusetts is seeking a Behavioral Health Aide to support residents on the behavioral unit. You will maintain a current CNA certification in Massachusetts, assist with personal care, and provide therapeutic programming to residents with mental health needs.

Join a collaborative team where weekend/evening shifts and per diem opportunities exist; you will monitor residents, document observations, ensure safety, and foster a respectful, empowering

Qualifications

• Must hold a current CNA certification in Massachusetts.
• Provide care for residents with various mental health needs and behaviors.
• Complete CNA program within 120 days of hire as required by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Be expected to maintain a current and valid CNA Certification in Massachusetts.
• Work with residents having various mental health needs and/or aggressive behaviors.
• Assist on the unit and provide behavioral support when needed.
• Provide therapeutic programming (running group activities etc)
• Chart activity logs
• Monitor hallways and provide redirection to residents if needed.
• Act as a role model for residents (pro-social behavior, group participation)
• Maintain safety standards for residents at all times.
• Monitor, record and document observations of resident’s behavior.
• Provide personal care to residents if needed (I.e. toileting, feeding, positioning)
• Instruct and counsel residents on positive behavioral aspects.
• Maintain and manage clean and safe environment for residents.

Skills

CNA Certification MA

Education

CNA program completion

Job description

Hillcrest Commons Nursing & Rehab Center in Massachusetts is seeking a Behavioral Health Aide to support residents on the behavioral unit. You will maintain a current CNA certification in Massachusetts, assist with personal care, and provide therapeutic programming to residents with mental health needs.

Join a collaborative team where weekend/evening shifts and per diem opportunities exist; you will monitor residents, document observations, ensure safety, and foster a respectful, empowering