Mental Health Associate - Child

UHS; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Based On Shift

Generous Shift Differential

Retention Bonus Program

Loan Forgiveness Program

Career development opportunities with/

Pet Insurance

401(K) with company match

Job summary

The Brook Hospital - KMI in Louisville, KY is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Associate to support patients on their recovery journey. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote a safe, therapeutic environment and help patients develop skills to meet treatment goals.

You will assist with daily activities, group therapy, and treatment plan interventions, while documenting observations to support positive clinical outcomes in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• No prior experience required; direct patient care in behavioral health is preferred.
• Must maintain current CPR certification.
• Ability to follow web-based training programs and participate in surveys and benefits Enrollment.
• Excellent verbal communication with patients, coworkers, and visitors.
• Active participation in a treatment team environment and adherence to Service Excellence Standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and provide supportive care in a therapeutic behavioral health environment.
• Assist patients with daily activities, therapeutic groups, and treatment plan interventions.
• Document patient observations and collaborate with the treatment team to support positive clinical outcomes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

About The Brook Hospital - KMI

Since 1985, The Brook Hospitals have been providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services. The Brook Hospitals have two outstanding facilities located in Louisville, Kentucky. The Brook – KMI is a 110-bed hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient, extended care, residential, partial hospitalization and outpatient services for children and adolescents. The Brook Hospitals prides itself upon the fact that our patients are referred directly to us by local professionals and organizations: physicians, psychologists, social workers, employee assistance professionals, community mental health centers, hospitals, schools, courts, social service agencies and managed care organizations. These direct referrals and our high patient and family satisfaction rates are a reflection of our effectiveness in treating mental illness and addictions.

Responsibilities

Job Duties/Responsibilities

As a Mental Health Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting patients on their journey toward recovery and wellness. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will provide compassionate care, promote a safe and therapeutic environment, and help patients develop the skills needed to achieve their treatment goals. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Child Unit

This position is available for the following shifts:

• 7a-7p
• 7a-3p
• 3p-11p
• 7p-7a

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and provide supportive care in a therapeutic behavioral health environment.
• Assist patients with daily activities, therapeutic groups, and treatment plan interventions.
• Document patient observations and collaborate with the treatment team to support positive clinical outcomes.

Benefit Highlights

• Sign-On Bonus Based On Shift
• Generous Shift Differential
• Retention Bonus Program .
• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

• Education – High School diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Years of experience needed – No experience required. Direct patient care experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Certifications – Must maintain current CPR certification.
• Computer skills – Ability to: gain training through web-based programs; participate in employee surveys; enroll in company benefits.
• Communication – Must possess excellent verbal skills in communicating with patients, coworkers and visitors.
• Team work – Must be able to actively participate in a treatment team environment.
• Service Excellence – Consistently demonstrates all Service Excellence Standards.

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