Compassionate Behavioral Health Support Specialist

NPT Newport Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant at Newport Hospital to provide direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring observation. You will collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment, assist with daily activities, and document patient behavior and mood per protocol.

The role requires a High School diploma and prior experience in direct patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations preferred.
• Ability to de-escalate and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Receive report on assigned patient before observing.
• Conduct continuous or intermittent patient observation as assigned.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing or clinical staff promptly.
• Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activity per protocol.
• Maintain patient focus and assist with daily activities as needed.
• Interact with patients with compassion and respect; provide recreational activities per training.
• De-escalate situations using approved verbal intervention techniques.
• Attend staff development, supervision, and staff meetings as assigned.

Skills

Patient observation

De-escalation

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

One year human services education

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant at Newport Hospital to provide direct, non-clinical support to patients requiring observation. You will collaborate with clinical staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment, assist with daily activities, and document patient behavior and mood per protocol.

The role requires a High School diploma and prior experience in direct patient care.