Psychiatric Care Aide — Therapy & Safety Support

Hudson Regional Hospital; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Hospital in Hoboken, NJ is seeking an hourly service professional to assist mental health patients in a psychiatric unit. You will observe and assist with daily living activities, participate in group therapy, and help maintain a therapeutic environment while ensuring safety.

You will document vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and patient demeanor, and you may communicate with families as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: BA/BS in Psychology, Social Work or related field
• Experience: At least 2-4 years related experience
• Certifications: AHA: BLS preferred
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to follow up on information with staff members.
• Ability to organize workday and environment to get the job done.
• Excellent public contact skills - courteous, tactful, friendly, and the ability to work well with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English both orally and in writing. Knowledge of crisis intervention & prevention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization.
• Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings.
• Performs and records information about patients including vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and demeanor.
• May communicate with the patient's family as needed.

Skills

Public contact skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Education

BA/BS in Psychology, Social Work or related field

Job description

Hudson Regional Hospital in Hoboken, NJ is seeking an hourly service professional to assist mental health patients in a psychiatric unit. You will observe and assist with daily living activities, participate in group therapy, and help maintain a therapeutic environment while ensuring safety.

You will document vital signs, weight, glucose monitoring, and patient demeanor, and you may communicate with families as needed.