Compassionate Behavioral Health Support Specialist

North Port Behavioral Health; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Port Behavioral Health in Florida is seeking a dedicated patient care assistant to work under clinical or nursing supervision. You will foster a positive, empathetic environment and support patient safety and comfort while assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities include observing patients, documenting clinical information, and participating in safety checks and patient education groups as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months or more experience working with the facility's patient population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under clinical or nursing leadership.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15-minute intervals.
• Document clinical information in the patient’s medical record.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Engage patients in educational and rehabilitative activities.

Skills

Customer service

Patient observation

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Port Behavioral Health in Florida is seeking a dedicated patient care assistant to work under clinical or nursing supervision. You will foster a positive, empathetic environment and support patient safety and comfort while assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities include observing patients, documenting clinical information, and participating in safety checks and patient education groups as needed.