What are the responsibilities and job description for the MHA - Mental Health Assistant (Residential Treatment Facility, 3rd shift ) position at SpringBrook Behavioral Health System?
Springbrook Behavioral Health System is currently seeking caring and patient focus applicants for the role of MHA. In this role you will be a member of a team of professionals who work directly with autistic adolescents between the ages of 5-18. The autism program at Springbrook is a goal oriented treatment plan designed to meet the needs of children with autism and related diagnosis.
Third shift duties include assisting patients with help getting ready for bed including hygiene and medication administration, rounding and patient observation throughout the night, some light cleaning, and ensuring patients needs are taken care of during the shift.
Education: High School Graduate or GED equivalent. Prefer degree in Human Services or BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or CNA.
Experience: Prefer six (6) months of experience in the management/care of behaviorally impaired and/or mentally challenged patients.
Licensure: Valid S.C. Drivers License
Physical: Medium work, ability to walk, run, stand, sit, stand, stoop, bend, reach over head. Occasional exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force.
Special Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate good judgment, initiative, dependability, decision making skills, as well as patient teaching skills
Job Types: Full-time, 3rd shift includes shift differential pay
Benefit Conditions
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person