Mental Health Specialist Sitter- Safety Attendants, Per Deim Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Specialist Sitter to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring patient safety and well-being through effective monitoring and support. You will collaborate closely with nurses and the care team, utilizing your strong observation and communication skills to engage patients in meaningful activities. With a focus on crisis intervention and de-escalation, you will play a key role in creating a safe and supportive environment for patients. If you are passionate about mental health and patient care, this part-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Strong observation and intervention skills are essential for patient safety.
• CPR & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe patients to ensure their safety.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Engage patients in safe individual activities.

Skills

Observation Skills

Crisis Intervention

Interpersonal Communication

Verbal Communication

Physical Activity

Education

CPR Certification

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Job description

Mental Health Specialist Sitter - Safety Attendants, Per Diem Variable

Join us at Cape Fear Valley Health as a Mental Health Specialist Sitter. This role involves sitting with assigned patients, assisting with patient safety, and providing stimuli to support their well-being. The MHS Sitter communicates effectively with the care team and offers excellent customer service to patients, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Monitoring and observing patients to ensure safety.
2. Utilizing crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
3. Collaborating with nurses and other staff to support patient care.
4. Engaging patients in safe individual activities.
5. Communicating calmly and effectively with patients and their families.

Qualifications include:

• Strong observation and intervention skills.
• Proficiency in interpersonal and verbal communication.
• CPR & Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certification within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, standing, sitting, turning, and lifting patients.

Work location: Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC. Department: Safety Attendants. Employment type: Part-time, variable shifts. Must hold BLS certification from the American Heart Association.