Description
Provides therapeutic services to psychiatric patients under Trauma Informed Care principles as directed by a Registered Nurse and according to the plan established by the treatment team. Participates in department and team treatment programs via educational group and 1:1 interactions. This position serves psychiatric patients across the life span.
Requisition Type
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
Participates in the development of the milieuManages patients during therapeutic milieu activitiesObserves, reports and documents behaviorsProvides opportunities to strengthen appropriate behavior and alter problematic behaviorManages maladaptive behaviorProvides supervision and direct care to patients.Participates in the development of treatment goals or plansImplements psycho-education treatment or lesson plansEngages patients in therapeutic relationshipsSupports patients' goals within the programEnhances patient motivation for changeCreates and maintains an environment that protects patients from harmParticipates in service recovery and uses appropriate resources during complex situations.Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent mannerIdentifies personal contributions to unit-based cascading goalsUses resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectivelyOther duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education Minimum:High School Diploma or GED EquivalentEducation Preferred:Associates DegreeWork Experience Minimum:NoneWork Experience Preferred:NoneLicenses & Certifications Minimum:Hold a current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.Licenses & Certification Preferred:None