- in need of crisis stabilization
- dangerous or impulsive behaviors causing risk for injury, neglect, self-harm, or victimization
- suicidal or homicidal thinking, posing an imminent danger to themselves or others
- in need of emergency medication intervention for stabilization
- having severe difficulty functioning in daily life
- in need of monitoring 24-hours a day in a safe environment
- Works as part of the treatment team including Physicians, Nurses, Therapists, MHA's Security to help patients experiencing acute mental health issues achieve treatment goals.
- Facilitates patient involvement with the prescribed therapeutic activities on the unit.
- Monitors patient activities and promotes daily structure.
- Runs topical groups and recreational activities.
- Provides nursing support for all aspects of direct patient care (vital signs, assisting with daily needs, etc.)
- Responds to crises that may arise while utilizing appropriate verbal de-escalation and/or physical restraint techniques; all hospital staff are trained in a Therapeutic Intervention Program and are recertified every 6 months.
- High school degree required with minimum 1 year of experience in mental/behavioral health or residential (Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Human Services field preferred - no minimum experienced required with Bachelor's Degree)
- CNA, EMT, or other medical experience will be considered
- Must be able to perform physical duties such as assisting with lifting, performing behavior management duties, and therapeutic restraints which could involve standing up, or being down on the floor
- Demonstrates competence in using proper therapeutic interventions following completion of a Brook Lane training course.
- Health insurance - PPO or high deductible plan with health savings account
- Wellness program
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) - no waiting period on matching
- Paid leave days
- Sick and safe leave days
- Education days
- Education assistance (tuition and continuing education credits)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Relias learning management program
- Paid holiday worked incentive
- Employee referral incentive program
- Milestone anniversary incentive
- Clinical career ladder for RNs, LPNs, MHAs
- Mental Health Associate Training Program
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Mental Health Associate - Hagerstown, United States - Brook Lane, Inc.
Description
Mental Health AssociateInpatient Hospital
Brook Lane's Main Campus in Hagerstown, MD
Full time : 7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM, 11:00PM-7:30AM
Part time: 7:00AM-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm
Seeking a rewarding direct care position in the mental health field? Brook Lane Health Services is hiring Mental Health Associates for our Inpatient treatment team. Ideal candidates for this position have a compassion for helping people experiencing a mental health issue, and a desire to see people receive quality care that helps them towards healing and recovery. Brook Lane Health Services is a leading provider of mental health treatment and education in the region.
Our acute psychiatric hospital serves all ages, and provides the most intensive level of care in a safe and therapeutic environment. Patients appropriate for the inpatient program include those who may meet one or more of the following criteria:
Our Mental Health Associates also receive Therapeutic Intervention Program training, which teaches safe and appropriate verbal de-escalation and physical restraint techniques to be used if necessary. Physical restraint is always a last resort, so we look for individuals who have good verbal communication skills and a calm demeanor. When absolutely necessary for safety reasons, physical restraint may take place from a standing position, or it could be an event that takes place down on the floor. Ability to lift, stand, and participate in physical restraint is required.
Starting pay $15+ depending on experience and education.Evening, Overnight, and Weekend shifts pay a shift differential of an extra $1.50-$2.50 an hour
Key Responsibilities:
