Mental Health Specialist - AMH

Under direction of the Registered Nurse, the MHS provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
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Identifies and reports house cleaning problems to Unit Secretary/ND.
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Identifies and reports equipment problems to Unit Secretary/ND.
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Participates in the unit's inventory system, reporting when supplies are low.
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Initiates activities that assist patients in maintaining a clean environment.
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Initiates activities that promote an organized, safe patient and staff environment.
-Assists patients in their activities of daily living.
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Identifies patient hygiene needs; initiates and implements interventions to meet these needs.
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Provides for patients' nutritional needs according to unit procedure.
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Assists and reassures patients during tests, exams, and procedures.
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Escorts and supervises patients on and off ground, maintaining patient safety.
-Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency.
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Completes mandatory in-service requirements.
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Identifies areas of strengths and areas in need of professional development with supervisor.
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Maintains competency for treating age-specific patient populations.
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Seeks constructive feedback, regarding work performance, from peers and professional colleagues.
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Participates in critical incident de-briefing.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
One year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred
Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in collaboration with others.
- Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire.
- Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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