Mental Health Associate

City/State

Suffolk, VA

Overview

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Summary

Performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups. Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Bachelor's degree required or 4 years experience in behavioral health setting required in lieu of degree. Crisis Prevention Intervention training within 15 days of hire. Knowledge of basic Medical Terminology and abnormal human behavior.

Qualifications:

BLD - Bachelor's Level Degree: Education (Required), BLD - Bachelor's Level Degree: Psychology (Required), BLD - Bachelor's Level Degree: Sociology (Required)

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI

Behavioral Health

Skills

Technology/Computer

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