Mental Health Tech II - Direct Patient Care & Support

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability insurance

Health Savings Plans

Certification and Education Support

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks compassionate nursing assistants to support assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders in inpatient settings. You will work with patients, families, and care teams to promote psychological well-being through direct care and supportive interventions.

The role emphasizes supervised practice, adherence to BLS and CNA standards, and opportunities to advance with additional training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of direct patient care in inpatient psychiatric settings or nursing school first semester experience (unlicensed).
• CNA preferred; BLS required; EMT/AAPT certifications welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in inpatient psychiatric settings.
• Assist with assessment, treatment planning, and safety supervision under supervision.
• Collaborate with care teams to support patient well-being and discharge planning.

Skills

CNA certification

Inpatient psychiatry

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMT certification

AAPT certification

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks compassionate nursing assistants to support assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders in inpatient settings. You will work with patients, families, and care teams to promote psychological well-being through direct care and supportive interventions.

The role emphasizes supervised practice, adherence to BLS and CNA standards, and opportunities to advance with additional training.