Mental Health Tech - Day Shift

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

36 hours/week with overtime potential

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) for the Day Shift to support the psychiatry units and patient care teams. The role offers 36 hours per week with full benefits and potential overtime, with opportunities to cover various shifts as needed.

BHAs assist RNs with admissions, discharges, safety rounds and escorting patients, while facilitating activity groups and documentation of care.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in psychology or related human health services preferred. High School Diploma required.
• At least one year of experience in mental health; adolescent experience preferred.
• CNA and EMTs encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse with admissions by obtaining vital signs and securing belongings. Screens visitors and incoming calls, answers questions and prioritizes or redirects calls as appropriate.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with the discharge process, returning belongings, and escorting individuals out of the hospital.
• Facilitates activity, education and leisure groups. Documents the purpose and outcome of the group for each member.
• Provides escorts for patients to the cafeteria, to the outside courtyards, or to other areas/departments in the hospital.
• Maintains current observation check sheets for all patients on their assigned unit. Conducts safety rounds each shift on the units including groups rooms, laundry rooms, and patient rooms. Documents safety rounds.
• Demonstrates compassion and respect when interacting with the individuals in our care and their families/care partners.
• Mentors and coaches patients on early warning signs and triggers.

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in psychology or related human health services

Job description

Responsibilities

Behavioral Health Associates (BHAs) - Day Shift

This full-time opportunity offers 36 hours per week and full benefits. There is an opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested.

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital (LBHH) is a 126-bed, inpatient psychiatric hospital and joint venture between Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine and Universal Health Services.

In addition to a general adult unit and dedicated adolescent unit, the facility offers services for treating those with co-occurring disorders on the psychiatric-medical unit, an intensive adult unit to care for those with severe conditions, as well as a women’s trauma unit.

How will you make a difference at LBHH?

Behavioral Health Associates (BHAs) at Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital deliver quality care to patients with varying psychiatric, behavioral and mental health diagnoses, ensuring their safety and continued care.

Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) are responsible for completing the following duties and tasks:

• Assists the Registered Nurse with admissions by obtaining vital signs and securing belongings. Screens visitors and incoming calls, answers questions and prioritizes or redirects calls as appropriate.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with the discharge process, returning belongings, and escorting individuals out of the hospital.
• Facilitates activity, education and leisure groups. Documents the purpose and outcome of the group for each member.
• Provides escorts for patients to the cafeteria, to the outside courtyards, or to other areas/departments in the hospital.
• Maintains current observation check sheets for all patients on their assigned unit. Conducts safety rounds each shift on the units including groups rooms, laundry rooms, and patient rooms. Documents safety rounds.
• Demonstrates compassion and respect when interacting with the individuals in our care and their families/care partners.
• Mentors and coaches patients on early warning signs and triggers.

What do our current staff value at LBHH?

• An environment that puts patient care first.
• One of the most rewarding aspects of working as an LBHH employee is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.
• Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.
• There are very robust continuing education options with LBHH.
• Supportive and responsive leadership.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What’s in it for me?

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Robust tuition reimbursement401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• An opportunity to make a difference every single day.

Qualifications

What Does LBHH Require for this Role?

• Baccalaureate Degree in psychology or related human health services preferred. High School Diploma required.
• At least one (1) year of experience in mental health & previous adolescent experience preferred.
• CNA and EMT's encouraged to apply.

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital: Treatment. Compassion. Hope. Today, tomorrow and always.

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