What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Specialist - AMH position at Mass General Brigham?
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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Summary
Job Summary
Under direction of the Registered Nurse, the MHS provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience One year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in collaboration with others. - Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire. - Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
Onsite
Work Location
115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Summary
Job Summary
Under direction of the Registered Nurse, the MHS provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
- Assists the RN in providing direct patient care.
- 1 Accurate and timely documentation of AFS, progress notes, and observation sheets.
- 2 Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients, maintaining professional boundaries.
- 3 Participates in patient rounds or teams.
- 4 Completes patient care assignments.
- 5 Identifies patient behaviors that contribute to the development of a crisis; utilizes non-verbal and verbal.
- Techniques to de-escalate crisis situation.
- 6 Intervenes in managing complex patient situations and patient schedules, utilizing department policies and procedures, always promoting the least restrictive alternatives.
- 7 Communicates changes in patient status to RN.
- 8 Follows Standards of Care and protocols for assigned patients.
- 9 Remains awake and alert at all times while on the job.
- 10 Performs Point of Care testing (POC).
- Works effectively in the therapeutic milieu.
- 1 Participates in planning and implementation of patient groups.
- 2 Provides and supervises recreation and other off-hall activities according to needs.
- 3 Provides patients with direction, support, and supervision as needed.
- 4 Follows established Nursing policies, procedures, and protocols.
- 5 Active milieu assessment while assigned to checks, particularly attuned to safety concerns.
- Participates in the maintenance of the unit environment to ensure safe care.
- 1 Identifies and reports house cleaning problems to Unit Secretary/ND.
- 2 Identifies and reports equipment problems to Unit Secretary/ND.
- 3 Participates in the unit’s inventory system, reporting when supplies are low.
- 4 Initiates activities that assist patients in maintaining a clean environment.
- 5 Initiates activities that promote an organized, safe patient and staff environment.
- Assists patients in their activities of daily living.
- 1 Identifies patient hygiene needs; initiates and implements interventions to meet these needs.
- 2 Provides for patients’ nutritional needs according to unit procedure.
- 3 Assists and reassures patients during tests, exams, and procedures.
- 4 Escorts and supervises patients on and off ground, maintaining patient safety.
- Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency.
- 1 Completes mandatory in-service requirements.
- 2 Identifies areas of strengths and areas in need of professional development with supervisor.
- 3 Maintains competency for treating age-specific patient populations.
- 4 Seeks constructive feedback, regarding work performance, from peers and professional colleagues.
- 5 Participates in critical incident de-briefing.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience One year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in collaboration with others. - Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire. - Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Onsite
Work Location
115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
