Mental Health Advocate - Dual Diagnosis, Part Time

Mental Health Advocate Opportunity - Dual Diagnosis Unit

This is a 24 hour per week, day shift position on HRI Hospital's Dual Diagnosis Unit. The schedule for this position is every Monday and Thursday plus every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Prior substance use patient population experienced is preferred. HRI Hospital is a 66-bed psychiatric facility with adult inpatient services and several partial hospitalization programs. We are part of the largest private mental health system in Massachusetts and can therefore provide competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development. At the same time, the smaller size of our facility allows us to provide personalized attention and training to all our employees. Employees are part of a multi-disciplinary team of dynamic professionals providing high quality care to a diverse inpatient and outpatient group of individuals. We are located in Brookline right near Boston University and Coolidge Corner and provide easy access to public transportation and free parking. Employees are our most valued asset and we encourage qualified individuals to apply.

As a Mental Health Advocate, you will:

• Monitor patient safety on the inpatient psychiatric units
• Assist nursing staff with patient treatment procedures
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
• Assist patients with activities of daily living
• 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

Benefit Highlights:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off (31 days per year + roll over)
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

Qualifications Requirements:

• High School diploma AND a minimum of 3 years of psychiatric experience OR Bachelor's degree in human services field or current student pursuing a Bachelor's degree AND 1 year of psychiatric experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Physical Fitness Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be comfortable working with patients in acute psychiatric distress
• Prior experience working with a dual diagnosis / substance use patient population is preferred

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