Mental Health Safety Attendant

Healthcare Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated professionals to join their Behavioral Health Hospital Administration team. This role involves ensuring a secure environment for patients and staff while providing critical assistance during volatile situations. You will play a vital role in crisis management and patient support, contributing to a compassionate and safe atmosphere. With a focus on career flexibility and support for military families, this position offers a variety of benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term & Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; one year of relevant experience preferred.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure psychiatric environment by enforcing rules and regulations.
• Assist in de-escalating volatile situations and responding to emergencies.
• Participate in crisis response team activities and situational debriefs.

Skills

Crisis Management

Patient Assistance

De-escalation Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Management of Aggressive Behavior Certification

Job description

Details

Department: Behavioral Health Hospital Administration

Schedule: Full time, 36 hrs, 3 -12 hr shifts, 7A-7P, Day shift, rotating weekends

Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St Francis

Location: Wichita, KS

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. Associates are encouraged to apply their military experience to their civilian careers with Ascension.

Please note: Benefits and eligibility vary by position; exclusions may apply for some roles (e.g., PRN, Short-Term Option). Contact your Talent Advisor for specifics.

Responsibilities

• Protect and maintain a secure psychiatric hospital environment by upholding rules and regulations for staff, patients, visitors, and the facility.
• Provide patient assistance, including de-escalating volatile situations and responding accordingly.
• Assist with the search, inventory, storage, and return of patient property.
• Serve as a member of the crisis response team and participate/lead situational debriefs as required.
• Respond to requests for assistance and emergent situations to manage combative/hostile patients and ensure safety.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc preferred.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable job-specific experience. Professional licensure/certification can substitute for education/experience if applicable.