Behavioral Health Tech: Seasonal Psychiatry Support

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida is seeking a Care Assistant to support psychiatry patients by aiding daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting RNs with paperwork and group sessions.

The role involves documenting patient observations, communicating clinical changes to the team, and providing de-escalation as needed, all within a collaborative, therapeutic milieu and compliant with CPI guidance.

Qualifications

• CPI (Crisis Intervention) training completed before orientation.
• BLS certification maintained throughout employment.
• Background check and character affidavit completed.
• Orientation plus 12 hours of in-service training in first year.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support RN with intake, paperwork, and observations.
• Document significant events and patient responses in charts.
• Communicate patient behaviors and changes to the care team.
• Conduct group sessions and reassess safety and precautions.

Skills

CPI Training

BLS Certification

Communication

Patient Care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida is seeking a Care Assistant to support psychiatry patients by aiding daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting RNs with paperwork and group sessions.

The role involves documenting patient observations, communicating clinical changes to the team, and providing de-escalation as needed, all within a collaborative, therapeutic milieu and compliant with CPI guidance.