Night Behavioral Health Advocate

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant to provide direct, non-clinical support for patients requiring observations, in a night shift at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.

Under RN supervision, BHAs help with daily activities, monitor behavior, de-escalate safety concerns, and document changes in patient condition while upholding privacy and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations or completion of one year in a human services field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct/non-clinical observation support to patients.
• Report changes in patient condition promptly to nursing staff.
• Assist with daily activities and mobility as needed.
• De-escalate situations and promote safety for patients and staff.
• Maintain patient privacy and document observations per protocol.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

Patient observation

De-escalation techniques

Hygiene assistance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Attendant to provide direct, non-clinical support for patients requiring observations, in a night shift at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.

Under RN supervision, BHAs help with daily activities, monitor behavior, de-escalate safety concerns, and document changes in patient condition while upholding privacy and compassionate care.