Mental Health Associate - Intellectual Disability Unit

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Forest Park is seeking a Mental Health Associate to provide patient care, supervision, and support to the treatment team. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and preferably experience with activities of daily living. Flexibility in hours and compassionate interaction with patients are essential. This position involves working with diverse age groups and assisting in group activities to foster a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with activities of daily living (ADLs) preferred.
• High school diploma is required.
• 2+ years of related experience in psychiatric patient care techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care and supervision.
• Assist with group activities and milieu management.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Activities of daily living (ADLs) experience

Understanding of mental illness

Compassion

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout the Forest Park community by joining our extraordinary team at Riveredge Hospital. Bring your compassion, expertise, enthusiasm, and passion for quality to a place that cultivates wellness and inspires hope.

We are currently seeking Mental Health Associates who have a passion to work with patients on our Intellectual Disabilty Unit providing activities of daily living (ADLs) for Riveredge Hospital. We have multiple openings for a variety of options regarding shift and schedule. Simply apply to the posting and discuss your interests with the hiring managers if you are selected to come in for an interview.

The Mental Health Associate functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from children, adolescents, and adults depending on which unit is worked. Provides group activities and assists with milieu management. Mental Health Associates work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Activities of daily living (ADLs) experience preferred.
• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor Degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Successful completion of CPR and CPI that is provided during orientation. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.