Mental Health Associate 2 - Cobb Hospital

experiencedAlliedHealth; Austell (GA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Wellstar Health System in Cobb County, Georgia, seeks a Mental Health Associate 2 to support behavioral health patients across emergency and inpatient units. The role emphasizes 1:1 observation, therapeutic rapport, and safety-focused care within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires BLS or ARC-BLS certification and AVADE de-escalation training, with at least 1 year in clinical or behavioral health settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
• 1 year experience in ED or inpatient behavioral health preferred.
• BLS or ARC-BLS required.
• AVADE de-escalation training required.

Responsabilités

• Continuous observation of at-risk patients (1:1).
• Establish therapeutic rapport and gain trust.
• Monitor safety and remove hazards and ensure compliance with policies.
• Take vital signs, venipunctures, and/or EKGs as needed.
• Document observations and changes in behavior in medical records.
• Collaborate with RN, Charge RN, and MD.
• Attend staff quality and other mandatory meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned and supports Wellstar policies.

Connaissances

Vital signs

De-escalation

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Mental Health Services or related field - preferred

Description du poste

locationsCobb Hospital

time typeFull time

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Associate 2 is a trained mental health professional who assumes an active role in the planning and provision of care for behavioral health patients in the emergency department, inpatient hospital units, and/or inpatient Behavioral Health Unit (BHU). For the BHU, the Mental Health Associate performs activities related to providing for the psychosocial as well as the physical needs of the patient under the direct supervision of the primary RN. The Mental Health Associate works as a vital member of the team and serves as a trusted connection for the patient.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Continuous observation of assigned at risk patients (including 1:1)
• Establish therapeutic rapport and gain trust
• Scan environment for safety and ensure the removal of sharps, cords, extra linen, food, utensils, etc.
• Have expert knowledge of and ensure conformity to all safety policies/procedures (such as EC-73)
• Document appropriately on observation record and medical records, noting any changes in behavior, mood, and activities
• Monitor assigned Sitters in immediate area and advise as needed
• Monitor and address patient needs
• Take vital signs, perform venipunctures, and/or EKGs as needed
• Note subtle changes in behavior, mood, and/or activity and alert the treatment team (RN, Charge RN, MD)
• Conduct appropriate searches and check-ins upon admission
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to policies/procedures regarding patient safety (seclusions, restraints, and other physical techniques) using the least restrictive measures
• Incorporate verbal de-escalation techniques and diversion activities to manage behavior and emotions
• Educate on healthy communication and ADL skills both individually and in groups
• Perform unit/safety rounds to ensure a calm, therapeutic environment
• Facilitate milieu management by coordinating scheduled activities and meals
• Keep current in professional education and training
• Maintain de-escalation AVADE training and BLS certifications
• Report any suggestions to improve patient care to RN, Charge RN, and/or MD
• Attend monthly staff meetings, quality meetings, and other events as assigned
• Complete all assigned training and competence verifications (skill days, GAMES, CBLs, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma / GED General or High School Diploma / GED General or Bachelors Mental Health Services-Preferred or Bachelors Other / Related Field-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• AVADE (Wellstar) - De-Escalation or AVADE-P (Wellstar) - De-Escalation - Provisional (30 Days) within 30 Days

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 1 year of clinical experience Required and
Minimum 1 year Experience in emergency department or inpatient behavioral health Preferred

Required Minimum Skills:

Must be able to perform vital signs and employ de-escalation techniques.
Must communicate effectively and be able to function as a contributing member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Must have a working knowledge of common psychosocial and physical needs of the behavioral health patients.

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