Mental Health Associate II - Deerfield - Day Shift

Endeavor Health; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 3,666,000 - 5,499,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Deerfield, IL, is seeking a Mental Health Associate II to join our day shift team. You will provide direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, assist in treatment planning, train new staff, and help maintain a therapeutic milieu.

You will contribute to safe, compassionate care, document activities per policy, and support patients through daily activities. A Bachelor's degree in behavioral health and at least one year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health or related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in behavioral health.
• Maintain information as highly confidential.
• Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations.
• Maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders and participate in treatment planning.
• Precepts new employees to the unit and trains new Behavioral Health Associates.
• Maintain documentation according to department procedures and support milieu safety.

Skills

One year experience in behavioral,bi

Confidentiality

Self-control

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Hourly Pay Range

$26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Mental Health Associate II
• Location: Deerfield ; 190 Waukegan Road
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours/week)
• Hours: Day Shift (7:30-4:00PM) NO Weekends/One Summer ; One Winter Holiday
• Travel : May assist other locations

What You Will Do

Provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders by participating in treatment planning and implementation. Precepts new employees to the unit. Trains new Behavioral Health Associates to conduct groups. Supports the maintenance of therapeutic milieu. Conducts program in services as directed. Ensures the safety and well-being of the patients. Maintains documentation according to department/organization procedures.

What You Will Need

Education, Skills and/or Experience Required:

• A Bachelor's Degree in a Behavioral Health related field
• A minimum of one year of experience in behavioral health
• Maintain information as highly confidential
• Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations, such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision

Education, Skills And/or Experience Preferred

• Minimum of three years of previous psychiatric experience
• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology
• Skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living
• Prior experience with therapeutic limit-setting, along with milieu management
• Licensure and/or Certification Required:
• A valid driver’s license is required. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle to perform work related duties at an off-site location, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
• Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to help everyone in our communities be their best.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging - each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.