Mental Health Associate - Behavioral Health

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Mental Health Associate - Behavioral Health for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position.  Hourly compensation starts at $21.30, more depending on experience.

In addition to a competitive hourly wage, excellent benefits, PeaceHealth offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with an emphasis on life balance.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

Job Summary

Delivers services under the direct supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional.

Details of the position

1. Maintains familiarity with each client’s assessment, behavior/care plan, and treatment plan to ensure 1:1 and group activities continue to serve therapeutic function.
2. Helps with ongoing behavioral intervention/management on the unit including assisting care staff with difficult situations, preventative measures, and environmental issues.
   
3. Participates in treatment team meetings and scheduled in-service trainings.
   
4. Provides skills training to clients, assist them in gaining aid and entitlements, and provides medication monitoring (not applicable in all communities).
   
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
   

What you bring

• Bachelors’ degree in Human Services or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience that gives the caregiver the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
  
• State Registration or Licensure as required by Region.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the Human Services or related field.

University Distric physical/Cognitive Requirements:

• Work requires normal amounts of physical effort at least 66% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
• Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation. Reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

For a full description of the position, or for questions, please contact Moussa Sangare at [email protected]

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.  EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.