Mental Health Worker I, Patient Support

Sutter Health; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a per diem psychiatric support role at SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry. The caregiver assists patients with daily activities and monitoring, gathering data, and communicating with families and healthcare providers.

Responsibilities include maintaining PHI privacy, following procedures, and collaborating with the care team to meet patient needs in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental health principles and treatment basics.
• Ability to interpret varied data, written or oral, and follow instructions.
• Familiarity with clinical diagnoses for mental health populations.
• Clear written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Strong time management and ability to work under procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and monitoring conditions.
• Gather observational data and report findings timely.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Ensure privacy of patient PHI and adhere to policies.
• Collaborate with peers to meet departmental objectives.

Skills

Mental health principles

Data interpretation

Clinical diagnoses knowledge

Professional communication

Time management

EHR & MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Organization

SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry

Position Overview

Provides assistance and care for patients and ensures that both psychiatric and physical needs of the patients are met. Gathers and reports observational data, assists with daily living and monitors their conditions. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Education

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of various mental health principles, views, and equipment used in the treatment of patients with varying disorders.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of clinical diagnoses for the mental health population.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Assist patients with daily activities, including eating, bathing and movement.

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

Rotating Weekends

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $27.08 to $37.90 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.