Patient Care Assistant III

Sycamore Springs Behavioral Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading behavioral health organization as a Patient Care Assistant III in Lafayette, IN. This role focuses on providing compassionate care in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include patient monitoring, assisting with care tasks, and ensuring a safe environment. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical plans, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Up to 16 days of PTO

6 paid holidays annually

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

UKG Wallet for earned wage access

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric healthcare preferred.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment through patient checks.
• Assist RNs with patient care tasks.
• Manage the milieu effectively.

Skills

Patient Care

Crisis Prevention

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join to apply for the Patient Care Assistant III role at Sycamore Springs Behavioral Health.

Sycamore Springs, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, is a nationally recognized healthcare organization with a diversified delivery network across the country. We focus on compassionate behavioral health services, including crisis stabilization, inpatient care, and outpatient treatment for mental health and substance use issues. Our care philosophy emphasizes psychosocial models to reduce suicide rates, addiction-related deaths, and to improve community health outcomes.

We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive pay, and flexible scheduling to support our team members in providing quality patient care. Join us in Lafayette, IN, and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families
• Up to 16 days of PTO for full-time staff
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• UKG Wallet for earned wage access

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment through patient checks, safety monitoring, and line of sight or one-on-one care as directed.
• Assist RNs with patient care tasks such as vital signs, specimen collection, documentation, and patient education.
• Manage the milieu effectively to promote positive patient experiences.
• Escort patients to activities, meals, breaks, and appointments outside the unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric healthcare setting, especially with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients, is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, a good Motor Vehicle Report, and proof of insurance are required if using personal or hospital vehicles.
• CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and before patient contact.
• Must be at least 21 years old.