Mental Health Associate 1

Location : Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit : Rush Medical Center

Hospital : Rush University Medical Center

Department : Emergency Room-ER - Tower

Work Type : Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift : Shift 3

Work Schedule : 12 Hr (7 : 00 : 00 PM - 7 : 00 : 00 AM)

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Pay Range : $20.19 - $31.80 per hour

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Summary :

The Mental Health Associate 1 utilizes basic principles of the biological and behavioral sciences in provision of care and safety of patients. The Mental Health Associate 1 functions as an adjunctive member of the team, accountable to and practicing under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Teacher. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information :

Required Job Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree, preferred in behavioral sciences or a related field.

Preferred Job Qualifications :

Physical Demands :

Competencies :

Responsibilities :

1.1 Cares for patients based upon unit and / or program needs, patient status.

1.2 Initiates and maintains effective communication with patients, their families, and all members of the health care team.

1.3. Contributes to patient care :

2.1. Maintains a safe environment. Ensures patient belongings are checked in per unit safety standards. Responds to emergency

situations.

2.2. Participates in scheduled patient groups on unit in recreational and "Activities of Daily Living" for children and adults.

2.3. Initiates approved unscheduled activities with individuals and groups of patients.

2.4. Models a range of adaptive behaviors in a consistent manner.

2.5. Actively participates in staff meetings and treatment planning meetings.

2.6. Participates in the orientation of new staff.

2.7. Provides age-appropriate care.

3.1. Attends unit-based education in-services.

4.1. Other relevant duties as assigned.

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