Change Agent- MHT- Residental- PRN

BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES is seeking a Change Agent- MHT- Residential- PRN in Baton Rouge, LA. The role supports clinicians and staff, assisting with patient care tasks and therapeutic interventions within the Maples program.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, minimum age of 18, and BLS plus non-violent crisis intervention certification. It emphasizes teamwork, safety rounds, and daily living activities support in a residential setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred.
• One year experience in a clinical setting required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of The Maples.
• Demonstrates teamwork by carrying out routine and assigned tasks within the Maples program.
• Assists clinician with patient care tasks and therapist with therapeutic interventions.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring and complying with rules and policies.
• Observes patients and reports findings to shift nurse immediately if behavior is significant.
• Conducts safety rounds per policy.
• Assists in managing patients who exhibit escalating behavior per training and policy.
• Documents client activities, events, observed behavior, vital signs, and other findings.
• Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living as needed.
• Demonstrates flexibility, initiative, and teamwork; respects dignity and integrity.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Change Agent- MHT- Residental- PRN

PRN Service Worker Baton Rouge, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3163

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• One year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting preferred
• One year experience in a clinical setting required
• Certification in Basic Life Support
• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and implement the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of The Maples
• Demonstrates teamwork by carrying out routine and assigned tasks within the Maples program
• Assists clinician with patient care tasks and therapist with therapeutic interventions
• Assists in the provision of maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu by monitoring and complying with program rules and policies
• Observes patients in accordance with prescriber orders and facility policy; documents and reports findings to shift nurse immediately if behavior and/or activity is significant
• Conducts and documents safety rounds per policy
• Provides assistance in management of patients who exhibit escalating behavior, in accordance with hospital training and policy
• Documents client activities, significant occurrences, observed behavior, vital signs, and other findings as assigned by the nursing staff and determined by facility policy
• Assists patients in completing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as needed. This may include hygiene, grooming, toileting, eating, and other functions
• Displays flexibility and willingness to work with others
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and offers solutions; discusses with appropriate personnel (i.e., supervisors)
• Consistently demonstrates vision, foresight, good judgment, and customer sensitivity
• Models productive, healthy behavior, and interactions with co-workers, clients, and others
• Performs job with efficiency necessary to complete assignments within established time frames and procedural guidelines
• Organizes and prioritizes work while being cost-effective and conserving resources
• Deals constructively with stress
• Offers and accepts constructive feedback and responds appropriately to direction
• Is punctual in all aspects of work and adheres to the attendance and dress code policy
• Exhibits good physical and mental health as evidenced by a warm, empathic attitude
• Shows respect for the dignity and worth of others
• Demonstrates a high sense of personal integrity
• Performs other duties and special projects as required

REPORTING & ACCOUNTABILITY

The Change Agent reports to and is accountable to the Director of Nursing.