Forensic Mental Health Activity Specialist III

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern State Hospital in Virginia is seeking a General Activity Provider III (State Role Title: Psychiatric Technicians). The role provides direct care to patients with challenging mental health and behavioral issues in an assigned forensic unit, under supervision of nursing leadership.

The position emphasizes activity planning, documentation, and motivating patients to engage in treatment, with responsibility as essential personnel during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and implementing goal-oriented activities/groups for adult/geriatric patients.
• Experience working with psychiatric patients.
• Ability to motivate and encourage patients to actively engage in treatment.
• Proficiency in documenting care and activities.
• Ability to act as essential personnel during emergencies/crises situations.

Responsibilities

• Direct care to patients with challenging mental health and behavioral issues in an assigned forensic unit, under nursing supervision.

Skills

Experience with psychiatric patients

Documentation experience

Group activity facilitation

Motivate patients to engage in therapy

Job description

Eastern State Hospital in Virginia is seeking a General Activity Provider III (State Role Title: Psychiatric Technicians). The role provides direct care to patients with challenging mental health and behavioral issues in an assigned forensic unit, under supervision of nursing leadership.

The position emphasizes activity planning, documentation, and motivating patients to engage in treatment, with responsibility as essential personnel during emergencies.