Behavioral Health Tech — Patient Care & Safety Advocate

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Care Assistant in Psychiatry for a partial-year role (Sept–June). You will assist patients with daily living activities and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment under supervision of RNs and therapists.

Responsibilities include supporting intake procedures, documenting observations, implementing group activities, and using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations while upholding patient confidentiality and quality

Qualifications

• CPI required before orientation in Psychiatry.
• BLS certification required throughout employment.
• Level II background check and affidavit of good moral character.
• First-year orientation plus 12 hours of in-service training completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Assist RN with patient intake and paperwork.
• Document observations, I&O, and significant events in patient charts.
• Communicate patient behavior changes to the care team and RN.
• Plan and conduct therapeutic activities and group sessions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
• Provide de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention when needed.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members.

Skills

CPI training

BLS

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Care Assistant in Psychiatry for a partial-year role (Sept–June). You will assist patients with daily living activities and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment under supervision of RNs and therapists.

Responsibilities include supporting intake procedures, documenting observations, implementing group activities, and using de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations while upholding patient confidentiality and quality