Mental Health Worker - Adult Psych
Hartford HealthCare
- Bridgeport, CT
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
- Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
- Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
- Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
- Reviews assignment with supervising RN, seeking clarification when unsure of expectations.
- Maintains open communication with teammates regarding progress on completion of assignment.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to behavioral health patients in a timely and individualized manner.
- Provides for patient comfort by performing tasks/services that optimize patient satisfaction.
- Provides for patient safety in a manner that prevents patient injury.
- Contributes to efficient departmental operations in order to control costs and ensure productivity.
- Other Duties as assigned
- Associates Degree preferred
- Behavioral Health experience and college courses in psychology preferred
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Medical and dental benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
- Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs