Psych Tech: Behavioral Health Aide with Weekend Rotations

Riverside Health; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Hampton, VA seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to provide compassionate care to patients and residents under supervision of the Charge RN/Nursing Supervisor. You will support age-appropriate assessment and the environment, ensuring safety and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of behavioral health experience (preferred). CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications must be obtained within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• 1 year behavioral health experience (preferred).
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days (required).
• First Aid certification within 30 days (required).

Responsibilities

• Assesses and treats children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment.
• Communicates patient needs to physicians accurately and completely.
• Familiarizes self with the plan of care and provides relevant insight into overall success or areas of improvement.
• Collaborate with referral sources, patients, families, and team members regarding care coordination.
• Provides follow-up actions as needed.
• Serves as the initial contact for patients, families, referral sources and/or allied agencies seeking intervention or support.
• Provides complete and accurate Intake Screening Reports of the patient and/or caller complaint and condition, including initial observation made upon arrival, reflective of the patient’s status and age, as described in the policy and procedure guide.
• Completes vital sign checks, mini-mental status exams, belonging checks.
• Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Monitors patients' physical and emotional wellbeing and reports unusual behavior or physical ailments to the medical staff.
• Is able to observe patients for safety as directed by RN/ LPN to include rounding, direct observation, sitters. Assists patient with activities of daily living to include hygiene, laundry, dressing, personal care as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

CPR/BLS Certification (Required within 30 Days)

First Aid Certification (Required within 30 Days)

Job description

Riverside Health in Hampton, VA seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to provide compassionate care to patients and residents under supervision of the Charge RN/Nursing Supervisor. You will support age-appropriate assessment and the environment, ensuring safety and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of behavioral health experience (preferred). CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications must be obtained within 30 days.