Mental Health Associate - Child

Universal Health Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Shift differential

Loan Forgiveness Program

Tuition savings for nursing education

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing

Career development opportunities

Pet Insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

The Brook Hospital - KMI, part of Universal Health Services, in Louisville, KY, seeks a Mental Health Associate to support patients on their recovery journey within a multidisciplinary team.

You will help create a safe, therapeutic environment, assist with daily activities and group interventions, and document observations to support treatment goals. Various shifts and benefits are available, with an emphasis on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• No experience required; direct patient care experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Computer skills: ability to gain training through web-based programs.
• Excellent verbal communication with patients, coworkers and visitors.
• Teamwork: participate in a treatment team environment.
• Service Excellence: demonstrate standards consistently.

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

Compassionate care

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college preferred

CPR certification

Job description

Responsibilities

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.

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.

This position is available for the following shifts:

Child Unit:

• 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.

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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.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.