What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Assistant - Part Time - Behavioral Health position at RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER- PERTH AMBOY?
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Behavioral Health Assistant is a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse or Mental Health Professional, the Behavioral Health Assistant promotes patient satisfaction, comfort and safety utilizing principles of wellness and recovery. The BHA assists with the admission, treatment and discharge of the inpatient behavioral health patient through measures such as: planning and implementing activity group sessions, reinforcing education and documenting outcomes.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
1. Bachelor's Degree in a social science.
2. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
1. Prior experience working with behavioral health populations.
Working Conditions:
Behavioral Health patients may exhibit unpredictable behaviors and or violence. Must be able to complete the necessary defensive behaviors course. On feet most of the time lifting, bending , pulling, walking, pushing
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Complex, stressful working environment. Exposed to infections, communicable diseases, hazardous materials and crisis situations, inclusive of violent patient behaviors.
If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
