Job Description
Comprehensive Recovery Services is a 24-bed unit serving individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc. We utilize a recovery focused model of care in our treatment approach.
The Mental Health Specialist/Safety is responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment for patients experiencing emotional disturbance. Also assists with the specialized patient care needs of each individual patient using principles of adult development and knowledge of psychopathology.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care
- Follow policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Build supportive relationships with patients.
- Align with Behavioral Health Center philosophy.
- Recognize patient dysfunction impacts.
- Develop and implement patient care plans.
- Assist with daily personal hygiene tasks.
- Assess social and emotional needs as a team member.
- Understand patients within their family context.
- Plan and engage in educational and recreational activities.
Safety and Security
- Conduct safety rounds and monitor the environment.
- Assist in physical restraints and maintain safety.
- Lead debriefing sessions post-crisis.
- Monitor and document patient behavior changes.
- Engage patients in safety activities.
- Assist with Mental Health Hearings and admissions.
- Ensure safe visiting hours and environment.
- Report unsafe conditions and respond to emergencies.
- Provide safety training and investigate incidents.
Job Tags
Full time,