Program Assistant

Job Details Job Location: BryLin Hospitals - BUFFALO, NY 14209 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.71 - $23.73 Hourly Shift: 1:00pm-9:00pm Responsibilities Holds groups according to schedule and in a timely fashion. Arrives on the unit with ample time prior to each group to gather patients and encourage environment. Effectively provides introduction at the start of each group: introduces self, guidelines for group participation, purpose of group. Routinely completes TA Group Log Book, and uses same to prevent repetition of groups. Engages the patients in a variety of developmentally appropriate, purposeful activities that may include diversional, recreational, gross motor, crafts, sensory and social. Is active in the process of exploring, developing and implementing new program ideas with the guidance of credentialed TA Staff and TA Supervisor. Fills in or assists with other TA groups as assigned by Supervisor. Completes and enters a group note and or interim note regarding any specific concerns, 1:1's, events, specific group outcomes in a prompt manner. Demonstrates a basic awareness of current status of patients and specific units. Is mindful of patient centered approaches, trauma sensitivity and demonstrates basic sound clinical judgment in interactions with patients. Insures facility is safe both in and out of the context of TA space and groups, and reports any deficiencies to Supervisor in timely manor. Accurately completes the TA sharps/equipment inventory sign out/in sheet when using supplies. Alerts Supervisor regarding any area of concern: clinical, safety, judgement, professionalism, policy, both in and out of the TA Department. Requirements Bachelor's degree in health related field. 1 year health related experience; psychology experience preferred. Experience running therapeutic groups preferred. Must have the ability to pass pre-employment background checks including a drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr