Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.thejobnetwork.com

Tech stack

Data Analysis Information Technology

Job description

• Assists in daily course of treatment for new and existing clients, observation, and referral of clients presenting for services.
• Takes direction from charge nurse and for Screening
• Recognizes signs of aggressive behavior and responds promptly to crisis situations.
• Appropriately utilizes verbal and physical intervention non-violent crisis intervention techniques to redirect and prompt clients to safe and appropriate behavior.
• Completes all shift duties as assigned in an efficient manner and meets all time requirements (15 minutes checks, routine checks, or searches, etc).
• Places clients in seclusion and or restraints in accordance with unit protocol and procedure as a last resort.
• Guides and participates in client therapeutic milieu.
• Effectively interacts with client’s family and significant others.
• Is familiar with assigned clients’ individual treatment plan goals and assists and encourages clients in implementing and carrying out appropriate aspects of the plan.
• Maintains an atmosphere of dignity and respect in all interactions.
• Must be awake and alert at all times.
• Prepares written documentation and record keeping for assigned clients.
• All entries made in the client’s medical record are in correct sequence and according to protocol and procedure.
• Close observation check lists are completed in a timely and accurate manner and according to protocol and procedure.
• Documentation is neat, legible, and in accordance with accepted charting standards.
• Provides assistance for clients who present for services.
• Obtains as much general information from the client and family as possible.
• Client orientation to facility is completed in a timely manner according to protocol and procedure.
• Valuables are secured and recorded according to protocol and procedures
• Client’s belongings are checked according to protocol and procedure.
• Client rights and responsibilities are effectively communicated upon admission.
• Maintains current driver’s license.
• Miscellaneous duties are performed according to instruction

Requirements

• Individuals with High School Diploma willing to learn the Behavioral Healthcare system
• Certified Nursing Assistant wanting to gain experience in the Behavioral Health Field (Preferred but not required)
• Student in the Social Services field who are willing to gain more experience in a behavioral health setting due to their field of study. (Preferred but not required)
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License with 6 points or less in the last 5 years (Required)
• Must work all units within New Horizons of the Treasure Coast (Adult & Children) (Required)
• Must be willing to work a weekend during the month (Required), * Must be able to apply Therapeutic Effective Aggression Management (CPI/CARE) Techniques without limitations.
• Job Function requires extended Standing or walking-Standing is to remain on one’s feet in an upright position at various times to assist clients or staff.
• Lifting or carrying objects weighing 20-50 pounds
• Ability to lift or move objects weighing 51 pounds to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices
• The work requires visual acuity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; to utilize computer systems; extensive reading. Must have the ability to effectively communicate in both written and oral form
• Must pass Level 2 Background through DCF and AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, click on the link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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