Compassionate Behavioral Health Aide

UNC Health Care; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Johnston is seeking team members to provide a safe, supportive environment for psychiatric patients. Under close supervision, you will assist in care plans and orientation for new patients and families.

You will participate in therapy groups, monitor patient conditions, document changes, and help with admissions, transfers, and daily living activities while maintaining patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a behavioral health environment.
• CPI certification within 60 days from date of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Aids patients in reality orientation and participates in behavior modification plans.
• Interviews patients and families for routine admission data and orients them to the facility.
• Interacts with patients individually and in groups to encourage participation and progress.
• Observes, documents patient information, and reports changes to the RN or physician.
• Provides direct personal care including activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Ensures patient safety and participates in restraining combative patients when necessary.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UNC Health Johnston is seeking team members to provide a safe, supportive environment for psychiatric patients. Under close supervision, you will assist in care plans and orientation for new patients and families.

You will participate in therapy groups, monitor patient conditions, document changes, and help with admissions, transfers, and daily living activities while maintaining patient safety.