MHW w/ CNA Preferred Float PT Days

Care New England Health System; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Patient Advocate in Providence. This part-time position demands advocacy and support for patients while assisting nurses with daily activities. Candidates should have a strong background in behavioral health and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, with compensation adjustments for those holding a CNA license.

Benefits

2% pay differential for active CNA license

Qualifications

• Experience with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients required.
• Comparable behavioral health experience may substitute for degree.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient advocacy through role modeling standards.
• Assists registered nurses in direct patient care.
• Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Job description

Job Summary: Provides patient advocacy through role modeling standards of performance and communicating with patients to meet their service needs. Assists registered nurses in direct patient care, focusing on activities of daily living. Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment through observation, interaction, and group activities.

Specifications: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences preferred; comparable behavioral health experience may substitute for the degree. Experience working with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients is required. Excellent written communication skills are necessary.

C.N.A. Preference: 2% pay differential available for applicants with an active CNA license.

Schedule: Part-time, 20/40 days, every other weekend. Float department fills in where needed; schedule set.

This position is a replacement for a striking employee and is classified as a permanent replacement under the National Labor Relations Act, intended to be a regular employee position. Employment is subject to performance standards and conditions of Butler Hospital.

About Care New England Health System: A trusted organization involved in medical research, attracting top doctors, and offering innovative health programs across its member institutions, including Butler Hospital.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the organization’s ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: Applicants and employees with disabilities must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined by the organization.