Position: Mental Health Associate I Location: Chicago, IL Full Time Hours:
Self schedule from Sunday to Saturday, rotating weekends and holidays 7:00am - 3:30pm an3pm-11:30pm Required Travel: No What you will need: Bachelor of Science in Psychology or a related field. Internship or previous experience in dealing with psychiatric patients. Current CPR certification with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required. Benefits: Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Discounted Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities JOB
SUMMARY The Mental Health Counselor provides patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and assists in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions
* Demonstrates
a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the hospital. Provides direct, individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu. Enhances own professional growth and development. Reads, discusses and evaluates current research. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing/hospital policies and procedures. Demonstrates cost containment in the position of patient care. Other Functions Performs other duties as assigned. PATIENT CARE/AGE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS Variable: adolescent, young adult, adult, older adult and geriatric needs are all assessed. Knowledge of treatment for substance is also helpful MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Participate in unit based committees and meetings in formulating unit goals. Assists in interviewing applicants. INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS Nursing, Respiratory, Radiology, Laboratory, Central Transport, Pastoral Care, Admitting, Food Services, Volunteers, Human Resources, Information Systems, Salespersons ENVIRONMENT Standing, walking, bending, lifting patients, pushing Restraining of aggressive patients Exposure to communicable disease Risk of injury by violent patients Computer entry Potential exposure to airborne diseases is the same as for any individual working in a hospital environment that is dependent on a ceiling ventilation system for in-flow and out-flow of air. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and the specific functions of the individual occupying this position. Similar Jobs (2)
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Posted 21 Days Ago If you are a returning applicant and have not been active in our system since Oct. 1, 2023, please create a new account as our site has been upgraded. Current employees should apply directly through the Jobs Hub within Workday. About us NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital and Northwest Community Healthcare are now united under one name: Endeavor Health. Together, we’re setting a new standard for healthcare.
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