Functions include but not limited to:

• Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.
• Patient safety is addressed through required rounds completed timely. Patient room is clean and uncluttered. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.
• Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals. Respond to distressed patient in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.
• Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat, rehabilitate and return patient to the community.
• Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.
• Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of specific recreational or therapeutic procedures.
• May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs as well as teach strategies to promote patient wellness and independence

Educational/Skills/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years’ experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.
• 6 months experience performing the duties of a BHA2 preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.