What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Specialist/Safety (Casual) - Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders | Western Psychiatric Hospital position at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center?
The Mental Health Specialist / Safety position is within UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital's Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders (CADD) inpatient unit. The CADD Inpatient Program follows a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions.Responsibilities : Policies and Standards
- Follow policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Align with Behavioral Health Center philosophy.Patient Care
- Address patient dysfunction and its effects.
- Develop and implement care plans.
- Assess patient needs as part of the Treatment Team.Safety and Crisis Management
- Manage physical restraints and ensure safety.
- Lead debriefing sessions post-crisis.
- Conduct safety rounds.Documentation and Communication
- Record patient encounters.
- Coordinate with ambulance personnel and complete documentation.
- Oversee visiting hours and maintain a calm environment.Activities and Training
- Organize educational, social, and recreational activities.
- Provide safety training and investigate incidents and report findings.Qualifications :
- Associate degree with 2 years' work experience within MH / MR service.OR
- Enrolled in bachelor's degree program in associated field of study with 2 years of related work experience in hospital or community setting with psychiatric patients.OR
- Bachelor's degree in human services field.
- Experience in Behavioral Health preferred.
- May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances : CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
- Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewalUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
