Mental Health Associate - Jamaica Plain, United States - Arbour Hospital

Arbour Hospital

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Jamaica Plain, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Associate Opportunity - Overnights
Arbour Hospital is hiring for Full Time Overnight Mental Health Associates for our Dual Diagnosis Unit If you have experience working with a substance use population and you have a passion for helping others, we encourage you to apply

At
Arbour Hospital, we work diligently and compassionately to provide patients and their families with high-quality care and service excellence across a continuum of specialized behavioral health services.

We have proudly served the residents of the greater Boston area since 1909.

Our medical staff consists of psychiatrists who average 20 years of practice at our facility, providing a solid and trusted foundation for our patient-focused approach to behavioral healthcare.

We are an important community resource for a wide range of vital behavioral healthcare services.

We treat primary psychiatric and substance abuse disorders and constantly strive to meet the needs of our communities with treatment that address individualized behavioral health needs.

We stand ready to provide compassionate care through inpatient treatment and a strong continuum of aftercare services, community-based programs, and day treatment.

The Mental Health Associate is a vital part of Arbour Hospital's treatment team. This is a full time position with an opportunity to work on the day, evening, or overnight shift. Our full time positions require employees to work every other weekend and there is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts.
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Who You Are_

It's the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It's taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It's the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are physically and mentally fit and have what it takes to care for patients of all ages. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are a in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient's noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. It's these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.

As a Mental Health Associate, you will:

Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
Provide routine patient care as required in a psychiatric environment
Document and communicate unusual or erratic changes in client behaviors
Assist with patient groups and activities
Work with culturally and generationally diverse populations to meet their individual needs
Provide trauma informed and agespecific care
Maintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniques

Benefit Highlights:

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
Shift differentials are paid for evening, night and weekend shifts
Tuition Reimbursement

About Universal Health Services

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's Degree is preferred
College student who have obtained or are pursuing their degree in behavioral health, psychology, or human services are preferred
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
Impeccable Judgment & professionalism
Ability to maintain composure in a crisis situation

EEO Statement
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time

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