Evenings Mental Health Associate — Lead Patient Care

Universal Health Services; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

CEU courses

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Student loan refinancing

Job summary

Hampton Behavioral Health Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Mental Health Associate to deliver direct patient care under RN supervision. You will supervise daily activities, escort patients to meals and appointments, and document progress in care plans.

This full-time role runs from 3:00pm to 11:00pm four days a week, with opportunities to cover additional shifts. A passion for healthcare and a structured, compassionate approach to patient management is essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in health related field with one year of psychiatric experience, preferably in an inpatient setting.
• Psychiatric inpatient experience for Adults, Adolescents and Dual populations preferred.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid, Verbal De-escalation and Handle with Care Certifications which will be provided by the Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of RN and Clinical/Nursing Administration.
• In charge of assembling and escorting patients to meals, programs, court, clinics and other activities in a compassionate but firm manner.
• Meet with assigned patients daily and provide feedback to the treatment team on progress in Nursing Care Plan strategies.
• Work is Full Time from 3:00pm to 11:00pm four days/week with potential to cover other shifts.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid

Verbal De-escalation

Handle with Care

Education

B.S. in health related field

Job description

Hampton Behavioral Health Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Mental Health Associate to deliver direct patient care under RN supervision. You will supervise daily activities, escort patients to meals and appointments, and document progress in care plans.

This full-time role runs from 3:00pm to 11:00pm four days a week, with opportunities to cover additional shifts. A passion for healthcare and a structured, compassionate approach to patient management is essential.