Psychiatric Associate - Emergency Room

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services seeks a dedicated Psychiatric Associate to join the Emergency Room Riverside unit on the University of Minnesota Campus. The role supports patient care under direction of the RN and helps maintain a therapeutic environment across shifts, including long night hours.

The position requires engagement with safety procedures, de-escalation, milieu management, and direct ADL assistance. It offers SEIU eligibility and a structured, patient-centered team setting on campus.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in mental health, healthcare, or school setting (NA, NST, PCA, behavioral tech, etc.) AND
• Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable individuals or high acuity behavioral needs.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc, Red Cross)

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety of patient and staff by conducting assigned tasks.
• Conducts safety checks of patients through visual observation and documentation.
• Responds and participates in de-escalation of patient including physical intervention as trained.
• Active participation in milieu management with treatment team collaboration.
• Performs basic patient daily living routines and procedures according to treatment plan.
• Exhibits knowledge of signs/symptoms of mental health diagnoses and therapeutic interactions.
• Conducts educational programming with individual and/or patient groups according to treatment plan.
• Responds to emergency situations as trained per policy.
• Participates in the treatment team’s mission, goals and plans.
• Acts as a member of the multi-disciplinary therapeutic team.
• Exhibits professional communication and stays updated on Behavioral Services policies.

Skills

Mental health care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

B.S./B.A. in Psychology, Sociology, Health Care, Social Work or related field

Job description

Job Overview

We at Fairview are looking for a dedicated Psychiatric Associate to join the hardworking Emergency Room Riverside side location on the University of Minnesota Campus!

The Psych Associate is responsible for the delivery of patient care and promotion of a therapeutic environment as delegated by and under the direction of the Registered Nurse so that goals and objectives of treatment are achieved on each unit as assigned.

Typical work schedule is 60 hours, every two weeks on the night shift, 7:00PM - 7:30AM, working 12 hour shifts, including every third weekend with a variable schedule.

This position is SEIU benefit eligible.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety of patient and staff by conducting the following as assigned:
• Conducts safety checks of patients through visual observation and documentation.
• Conducts room, belonging and unit searches.
• Responds and participates in de-escalation of patient including physical intervention as trained.
• Actively participates in milieu management with treatment team collaboration.
• Performs basic patient daily living routines and procedures according to treatment plan.
• Demonstrates knowledge of signs/symptoms of mental health diagnoses and therapeutic interactions and milieu management.
• Conducts educational programming with individual and/or patient groups according to appropriate treatment plan.
• Responds to emergency situations as trained per policy.
• Participates in the treatment team’s mission, goals and plans.
• Acts as a member of the multi-disciplinary therapeutic team.
• Exhibits verbal communication in a timely, thorough, and professional manner.
• Possesses knowledge of current issues, changes and updates in Behavioral Services policies and procedures.
• ADLs & Physical Support
• Provide light to medium ADL assistance, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, eating and mobility support.
• Assist with supplies, setup, and patient direction regarding basic care routines.
• Provide mobility support appropriate to training (e.g., gait belts, wheelchair assistance).

Required Qualifications

• 2 years Experience in mental health, healthcare, or school setting (NA, NST, PCA, behavioral tech, etc.) AND
• Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable individuals or high acuity behavioral needs.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc, Red Cross)

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Health Care, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field.
• Experience in inpatient, ED, behavioral health, EMT/paramedic, emergency medical services or other related higher acuity settings such as a school, residential treatment facility, group home, etc.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/localseiu

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status