Mental Therapy Aide – Evening Shifts MTAES 25-32938
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Job Location:
North Syracuse, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Mental Therapy Aide Evening Shifts
Location: Syracuse NY
Contract Duration:14 Weeks
Shift Structure:
412-hour shifts (19:0007:30)
48-hour shifts (23:0007:30)
Every other weekend required
Some holidays required
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mental Therapy Aide to support the Children/Adolescent Psychiatric Unit at a healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in pediatric and/or psychiatric care and be able to function effectively in an acute inpatient environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct and indirect patient care in an acute psychiatric setting.
Take and record vital signs; monitor and document intake/output.
Complete patient admission documentation and assist during physical examinations.
Assist patients with hygiene needs and activities of daily living (ADLs).
Collect specimens and transport patients as needed.
Orient new patients to unit rules schedules and routines.
Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients under nursing supervision.
Interact therapeutically with patients during structured activities.
Intervene during crisis situations ensuring patient safety at all times.
Conduct safety checks each shift and maintain a secure environment.
Apply clinical and psychological interventions appropriate to each patients age and developmental stage.
Observe and report patient responses to treatments.
Support day-to-day nursing unit management tasks.
Use the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system for documentation.
Required Qualifications
Current CPR certification (mandatory).
Minimum 1 year of experience required; 2 years preferred.
Prior experience in an inpatient environment preferred.
Pediatric experience preferred; psychiatric experience required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to perform essential patient care tasks with minimal supervision.
AboutNavitas Healthcare LLCcertified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
