Mental Health Worker | Behavioral Health | Freeman Springdale | Full - Time Days

Freeman Health System; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeman Health System in Springdale, AR seeks a dedicated nursing support professional to join our inpatient psychiatry team. You will assist licensed staff, observe patient mood and safety, and report changes promptly to the nurse in charge.

This full-time daytime role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of inpatient psychiatric or equivalent experience; preferred candidates may hold a psychology-related degree or CNA certification and crisis management training.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in inpatient psychiatry or an equivalent setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the nursing staff and patient care under the direction of licensed staff and leaders.
• Upholds Community Cares Standards and ensures patient safety.
• Precepts MHW I employees.
• Observes verbal and non-verbal communication, monitors mood and behavior changes.
• Reports observations to the assigned nurse.

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Our Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.

Schedule - Full - Time Days 36 hours/week

What You'll Do

Provides support to the nursing staff and patient care through the direction and guidance of licensed staff and leaders. Responsible for upholding Community Cares Standards. Responsible for ensuring patient safety. Precept MHW I employees. Observe verbal and non-verbal communication, monitor change in mood and behavior. Report observations to the assigned nurse.

Requirements

• Highschool Diploma or GED
• One year of experience in inpatient psychiatry or an equitable treatment setting.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelors degree in psychology or related field
• Safe crisis management training
• Current patient care assistant or certified nurse assistant certification, HWC Verbal and Physical De-escalation

Freeman Perks and Programs

• For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Disability pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.