Health Aid, Behavioral Health Facility Services

Job Description

Job Description

Would you like to work in government contracting and have a long-term opportunity servicing our federal client?

Greenberg-Larraby, Inc. (GLI), a WOSB government contracting firm, is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Hospital Health Aide to join our team in providing essential support to patients and healthcare staff within the hospital setting. In this role, you will assist with the daily activities of patients, ensuring they receive the care and attention they need.

This position requires an active BLS and is located in Bonham, TX.

This is a long-term opportunity!

Description
We are hiring Health Aides to support individuals in a structured behavioral health treatment program in Bonham, TX. This role provides compassionate support to adults in recovery, ensuring a safe, therapeutic living environment while they work toward independence.

You will be part of a team that provides oversight while monitoring care needs and safety. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with behavioral health or recovery program experience who are seeking meaningful work helping others.

We have several shifts available and highly competitive rate and other incentives.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

Great for MAs, CNAs, or nursing students — or anyone passionate about behavioral health with 1+ year experience in healthcare setting who wants to make a difference!

Responsibilities

• “Perform[s] a variety of therapeutic and supportive Health Aide tasks in assisting physicians and other professional personnel in a rehabilitation treatment program for alcohol and/or drug-dependent patients.”
• Orients patients to the treatment program
• Observes patients for symptoms, behaviors, actions, reactions, indications, and contraindications to treatment
• Assists in individual or group therapy / behavior therapy sessions
• Provides supportive assistance to patients placed on maintenance therapy
• Performs rounding of patients every two (2) hours
• Assists with patient intake and discharge processes
• Closely monitors patient behavior and whereabouts to maintain a safe environment
• Escorts patients throughout the facility and ensures structure, supervision, and therapeutic engagement
• Follows VA system guidelines, universal precautions, and infection control requirements
• Accessions orders by use of computer system (VISTA/CPRS)
• Reads SOPs and adheres to the Rehabilitation Treatment Program
• Communicates daily status and problems to team members and management
• Tracks staff hours and submits reports weekly to RRTP Manager and Liaison Health Aide portion

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification (or willingness to obtain before start)
• 1+ year experience in direct patient care, behavioral health, or residential support
• We do have different shifts available; however, Full time is needed.
• Strong communication & observation skills
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. or patient movement assistances as necessary.
• Ability to safely support residents in crisis situations
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or hold a Green Card.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required plus 2 years in an accredited college or higher learning.
• Coursework must include at least 12 semester hours in health sciences, such as counseling, nursing, behavorial science, social science biological science or related.
• Must have a BLS or ACLS Certification. (If you have all of this experience, and your Certificate is expired or need one, please attain one and note that in your application that you are attaining one. This must be attained in order to be considered.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting in a hospital or clinic. minimum one year performing therapeutic and supportive tasks in rehabilitation treatment program setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to follow instructions, protocols, and safety practices.
• Must be able to lift and move patients as necessary. Work requires extended periods of staying in one position, and some light (less than 25 pounds) lifting.
• Must have computer skills and be able to speak and read English fluently.
• This position is critical in ensuring that patients receive the best possible support during their hospital stay. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply now!

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Other benefits, terms apply.

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