Behavioral Health PCA — Day Shift, Flexible Scheduling

Woodland Springs Behavioral Health; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Up to 16 days of PTO

6 paid holidays

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Access to earned wages through UKG Wallet

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their compassionate team in Conroe, Texas. This role focuses on ensuring patient safety, assisting with daily activities, and providing essential support to healthcare professionals. With a commitment to improving mental health and community well-being, the organization offers a collaborative environment and competitive benefits. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and a desire to make a difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in a psychiatric healthcare setting preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist with off-unit activities and follow RN delegated tasks.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Crisis Management

Documentation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CPR Certification

Crisis Prevention Training (CPI)

Job description

7a-7p

Woodland Springs, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, nationally known healthcare organization with diversified delivery network with facilities from coast to coast, seeks passionate, patient-centric, and goal-oriented team members to join our team. We specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for acute mental health and substance use treatment. Our philosophy is built on a psychosocial model of care to decrease suicide rates, decrease addiction-related deaths, reverse the decline in life expectancy, and improve productivity in the communities we serve. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what matters–providing quality patient care. Join our team in Conroe, Texas, to build a career that touches lives.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
• Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
• 6 paid holidays for full time employees
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  
  

PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT

Day shift

7a-7p

Woodland Springs, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, nationally known healthcare organization with diversified delivery network with facilities from coast to coast, seeks passionate, patient-centric, and goal-oriented team members to join our team. We specialize in compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for acute mental health and substance use treatment. Our philosophy is built on a psychosocial model of care to decrease suicide rates, decrease addiction-related deaths, reverse the decline in life expectancy, and improve productivity in the communities we serve. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what matters–providing quality patient care. Join our team in Conroe, Texas, to build a career that touches lives.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
• Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
• 6 paid holidays for full time employees
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  
  

What you will do in this role:

• Responsible for observation and maintenance of safe milieu through patient checks, safety monitoring, etc.: completes 15 minute checks, monitors for contraband, evaluates for change in condition, and provides line of sight or one on one care as directed.
• Adheres to tasks delegated by the RN related to the care of the patients including, but not limited to vital signs, specimen collection, documentation, group education, and patient monitoring.
• Demonstrates effective milieu management skills, which promote positive patient experiences.
• Accompanies patients to off unit activities, i.e. meals, outside breaks, off unit visits, out-of-building activities and appointments
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school degree preferred.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.
• Will require valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using personal or hospital owned vehicle.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.