Mental Health Specialist Short Term Unit
Job Location:
Belmont, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryUnder the direction of the Registered Nurse the Mental Health Specialist provides direct patient care and supports a safe therapeutic milieu.
Does this position require patient care
Yes
Essential Functions
Direct Patient Care
- Assist the RN in providing direct patient care and completing patient care assignments.
- Document AFS progress notes observation sheets and other required information accurately and timely.
- Establish therapeutic relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Participate in patient rounds teams and care planning as assigned.
- Identify behaviors that may contribute to crisis situations and use verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques.
- Support complex patient situations and schedules using department policies procedures and the least restrictive alternatives.
- Communicate changes in patient status to the RN and follow Standards of Care and protocols for assigned patients.
- Remain awake alert and attentive while on duty.
- Perform Point of Care testing as assigned.
Therapeutic Milieu Support
- Participate in planning and implementing patient groups and therapeutic activities.
- Provide direction support supervision and recreation or off-hall activities based on patient needs.
- Follow established Nursing policies procedures and protocols.
- Monitor the milieu while assigned to checks with attention to patient and staff safety.
Safety and Unit Environment
- Help maintain a clean organized and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Identify and report housekeeping equipment and supply concerns to appropriate unit staff.
- Support unit inventory processes and report when supplies are low.
- Encourage patient activities that support a clean organized and safe environment.
Activities of Daily Living
- Identify patient hygiene needs and assist with interventions to support daily living.
- Support patients nutritional needs according to unit procedures.
- Assist and reassure patients during tests exams and procedures.
- Escort and supervise patients on and off grounds while maintaining safety.
Professional Growth and Competency
- Complete mandatory in-service requirements and maintain competency for assigned patient populations.
- Identify strengths and professional development opportunities with supervisor support.
- Seek constructive feedback from peers supervisors and professional colleagues.
- Participate in critical incident debriefing and related learning opportunities.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
One year of clinical experience preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in collaboration with others.
- Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire.
- Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
The Short Term Unit (AB1 North & South) focuses on depression anxiety suicidality self-injurious behavior trauma and personality disorders. We also commonly see comorbid substance use disorder OCD and eating disorders. Our patient interactions/interventions are therapeutic highly interpersonal and skills-based
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$22.40 - $29.73/HourlyGrade
MCL050EEO Statement:
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.
