Mental Health Worker

Job TitleTo be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.Responsibilities1. Demonstrates an ability to establish and maintain a therapeutic rapport with patients and maintains appropriate boundaries and a non-judgmental attitude.2. Assists in the management of the unit by providing astute observations.3. Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).4. Demonstrates the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.5. Takes and records vital signs, weights, and all other biological needs. Notifies RN of any abnormal findings.6. Documents patient response to interventions, progress toward goal, and Patient/Family Education at regular intervals in compliance with policy.7. Completes environmental rounds, patient safety observations, hourly rounds, and patient safety plans.8. Participates in Unit CQI and Chart QA9. Meets performance expectations for Standards of Professional Behavior10. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.QualificationsEDUCATIONAssociates Degree in human services or related field and/or active enrollment in a bachelor degree program in psychology or related field required. Bachelor Degree preferred. Bachelors degree in Psychology or related field.EXPERIENCEPrevious experience in behavioral health preferred. Unit Specific OrientationLICENSUREBLS RequiredYNHHS Requisition ID180574