Night Behavioral Health Attendant - Safe, Compassionate Care

Brown-University-Health-1; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a Behavioral Health Attendant to provide direct, non-clinical support for patients with mental health challenges under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and collaboration with clinical staff in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include observing patients, assisting with daily activities, and de-escalating situations using trained verbal techniques. Prior direct care experience or related studies are required; night shifts are common.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or its equivalent required.
• Previous experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations, or completion of one year of progressive education in a human services-related field (e.g., psychology, nursing, social work, health sciences) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, non-clinical support to patients under RN direction.
• Monitor and document patient behavior, mood, and activity.
• Assist patients with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• De-escalate situations using approved verbal intervention techniques.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Observation

De-escalation

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brown University Health seeks a Behavioral Health Attendant to provide direct, non-clinical support for patients with mental health challenges under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and collaboration with clinical staff in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include observing patients, assisting with daily activities, and de-escalating situations using trained verbal techniques. Prior direct care experience or related studies are required; night shifts are common.