Mental Health Associate – Psychiatric Unit in Victoria, British Columbia

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Mental Health Associate – Psychiatric Unit for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.31 – $34.99. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Job Summary

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

Essential Functions

• 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.

• Helps with ongoing behavioral intervention/management on the unit including assisting care staff with difficult situations, preventative measures, and environmental issues.

• Participates in treatment team meetings and scheduled in-service trainings.

• Provides skills training to clients, assist them in gaining aid and entitlements, and provides medication monitoring (not applicable in all communities).

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Required: 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.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Experience working in the Human Services or related field

Credentials

• Required: State registration or licensure as required by location

Skills

• Adaptability to rapid change (Required)

• Ability to assist clients in picking up their medications (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Whatcom Region:

• Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor license required. Candidate must apply for license within 7 days of hire and attain the license within 60 days.

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

• Bend/ twist/ reach/ push/ pull occasionally.

• Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 5 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

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.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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