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I Gerhold
Isabell
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20858 Sanford Wells
Philadelphia
PA
+1 (555) 706 6122
20858 Sanford Wells
Philadelphia
PA
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+1 (555) 706 6122
Experience
Experience
San Francisco, CA
Mental Health Worker
San Francisco, CA
Walsh Inc
San Francisco, CA
Mental Health Worker
- Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions
- Performs all other related work as assigned or instructed by the Shift Supervisor
- Assist in development of client IAP’s, and complete progress notes and all related documentation
- Supports unit based Continuous Performance Improvement (CPI) activities by actively participating in the CPI process
- Provides for patient comfort by performing tasks/services that optimize patient satisfaction
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living
- Assists Milieu Coordinator with performance evaluations of assigned staff in a timely manner
Detroit, MI
Mental Health Worker Aid-summer Work
Detroit, MI
Gulgowski-Stoltenberg
Detroit, MI
Mental Health Worker Aid-summer Work
- Assist in the calculating, scoring and graphing of collected observation data
- Collect, summarize, and graph performance, observational, rating scale, checklist, interview, and/or self-report data when requested
- Provide direct supervision and therapeutic interventions to children and adolescents
- Consistently apply knowledge of crisis intervention and behavioral management
- Intervene with students and families during crisis situations
- Support children and adolescents in achieving their treatment goals, using encouragement, problem-solving, and behavior modification
- Complete daily clinical progress notes
present
Boston, MA
Mental Health Worker Senior
Boston, MA
Wolf and Sons
present
Boston, MA
Mental Health Worker Senior
present
- Provide clinical direction and feedback to mental health worker associates and mental health worker intermediate
- Provide monthly supplemental peer clinical supervision for mental health worker associates
- Facilitate a monthly mental health worker meeting, engaging in topics such as but not limited to clinical, programmatic and professional improvement
- Coordinate the data management involved in program evaluation and report these findings to other clinical community members
- Work effectively and cooperatively in a trans-disciplinary environment, served by the supervision of several senior staff
- In cooperation with the team, develop, assess, facilitate and monitor group activities for the patients
- Engage in providing mentorship to an undergraduate student
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Skills
Skills
- Strong medical skills and knowledge
- Strong ability to provide support to patients, family members and significant others
- Capacity to exercise good judgment in a calm manner when responding to psychiatric and medical emergencies or other unpredictable situations
- Demonstrates professional conduct and accountability, including understanding the legal consequences of patient’s rights and responsibilities.
- Assists with quality improvement, safety and regulatory functions as directed. Participates in process change to improve practice.
- Ability to de-escalate sometimes stressful patient situations
- Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Collecting soiled linen and distributing fresh linen to patients unable to do so themselves
- Improves and maintains own clinical competence in area of practice to ensure provision of quality care.
- Knowledge of motivational interviewing skills and techniques
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists, instructs and supervises clients in the Lindemann Inn with their ADL skills (i.e. showers, meals, laundry, housekeeping, etc)
- Updates all shelter forms on a regular basis
- Maintains a consistent pattern of punctuality and attendance
- Maintains client records
- Implements clients’ treatment plans
- Provides, participates and supervises recreational activities for the clients
- Assess and respond with the correct therapeutic intervention to clients in crisis
- Assists professional or medical staff in providing services to clients as needed. (i.e. pick up medications, sit with client waiting for an ambulance, etc)
- Performs housekeeping duties in client area/general shelter area)
- Attends and participates in all meetings (i.e. supervision, treatment planning, training seminars)
- May drive state vehicle as needed
- Documents client information in shelter log/client chart
- Assists clients with filing Human Rights Complaints, as needed
- Meets with clients upon admission to the shelter, explains and answers any questions regarding the shelter guidelines/rules
- Supervises clients at meal times in the cafeteria
- Organizes, participates and supervises recreational and social activities for the clients
- Responsible for the overall management of the assigned shift in the absence of the Shift Supervisor
- Completes DMH forms on the computer in a timely manner
- Performs all other related work as assigned or instructed by the Shift Supervisor
- Completes necessary forms on the computer
- Completes all MAP related duties as needed including administering medications
- Floats to the Lindemann Inn/Women’s Unit as needed
- Maintains up to date MAP and CPR certification
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Maintains client records including responsibility for recording information on client’s behaviors, needs, or problems based on available documentation, direct observation, and client report
- Assists in the implementation of client Discharge/Housing Readiness Plans
- Provides basic duties required to provide a safe and high quality environment for clients
- Administers client medication and carries out related activities consistent with Medication Administration Program regulations
- Provides high quality standards of practice
- Float as needed
- Ability to perform simple arithmetic computations
- Ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals
- Ability to write concisely, to express thoughts clearly and to develop ideas in logical sequence
- Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress
- Ability to work in a team setting and in-group situations
- Ability to establish rapport and maintain harmonious working relationships with persons from varied ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds
- Ability to gather information by examining records and documents
- Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergency situations
- Ability to exercise sound judgment
- Ability to understand, explain and apply the law, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects or persons
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for initiating, observing, documenting and communicating the needs of the patient in order to ensure safety on the unit
- This may include, but is not limited to, Line of Sight precautions or one on one supervision of the patients as clinically indicated and assigned
- Requires critical judgment and communication to staff in a timely manner in order to ensure appropriate intervention of Clinical involvement
- Facilitates and/or co-facilitates groups with other members of the team based upon training and level of competence
- Assist in ensuring patients are maintaining activities of daily living including feeding, hygiene and ambulating
- Thorough knowledge of treatment philosophy, treatment goals, policies, rules and regulations must make independent judgments in the course of providing basic patient care activities, which include but may not be limited to orienting the patient to the unit, taking vital signs, meal observations and other critical patient care activities designed to ensure safe patient care
- Participates in the treatment planning process and supports the implementation of the treatment plan on the unit with the patient
- Assists in the delivery of physical care as needed and performs other related duties as assigned
- Minimum six (6) months of experience in a psychiatric hospital or psychiatric health facility or in delivery of direct patient care as Mental Health Worker or equivalent of two (2) years of experience within the last five (5) years
- Associate's Degree or an equivalent of two (2) years college course work in nursing or the social or behavioral sciences
- Demonstrated skills and ability to care for acutely mentally ill individuals
- Knowledge of the challenges involved in management of the acute or chronically mentally ill patient and possible associated behaviors
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including computer skills
- Knowledge of basic mental health functions, such as assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, documentation observations
- Ability to relate empathetically to adult psychiatric patients
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
- Knowledge of treatment philosophy, treatment goals, policies, rules and regulations related to patient care as well as interest in working in a recovery promoting environment using a Wellness/Recovery Model preferred
- Knowledge of the principles involved in the treatment, interventions, and procedures provided by the service preferred
- Knowledge of the medical terminology used in psychiatric care of patients preferred
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Completes MHW admission information on clients by interviewing, orienting and documenting the information on the appropriate forms and communicating priorities to the appropriate people in order that care can be delivered
- Orients the newly admitted to the unit
- Completes all MHW admission forms and documents within MHIS
- Obtains and charts clients vital signs and weight within MHIS
- Conducts searches of client’s belongings, removes sharps and contraband, e.g. razors, matches, according to Policy and Procedures
- Secures patient’s valuables according to policy and procedure
- Ensures that copies of clients’ right and hospital rules are given to client
- Contributes to effective interpersonal and community relations to ensure the quality of client’s care and to promote the image of SCFMHC
- Maintains clients’ privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Introduces self and title to client, family, and visitors
- Communicates in a courteous manner to clients, families, visitors and hospital personnel
- Completes assigned coverage and other duties on a daily schedule according to hospital policy in order that a safe and therapeutic environment is maintained
- Staff ID badge must be worn and visible at all times while in the building
- Staff will arrive at assigned unit on time
- Staff will remain at designated areas as assigned until appropriately relieved
- Demonstrates knowledge of National Patient Safety Goals applicable to Behavioral Health Care
- Adheres to policies, rules and regulations of the facility and inpatient units
- Engages with clients and communicates clinical priorities/observations to licensed staff
- Attends and participates in inter-shift rounds, treatment team meetings and staff meetings
- Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other
- Escorts clients to meals, medical appointments and other hospital related activities and remains with client at all times
- Intervene in managing crisis situations by utilizing hospital policies and procedures to promote the least restrictive alternative to ensure optimal client/staff safety
- Monitors client status and identifies the need for intervention as indicated
- Responds to emergencies as necessary e.g. emergency alarm, telephone calls and paging
- Participates in the processing and documentation of incidents
- Recognizes potential problem situations and intervenes to prevent crisis situation by consultation with licensed staff
- Demonstrates knowledge of non-violent strategies for de-escalation and the ability to utilize same
- Demonstrates skill in the care of patients in Restraint and Seclusion
- Maintains commitment to work related growth and competency through ongoing staff development programs that promote role development
- Participates in ongoing supervision and in the evaluation process by identifying specific performance goals with supervisor
- Attends educational programs as offered to enhance job performance
- Participates in staff, interdisciplinary team and community meetings
- Completes annual review classes, including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification, violence management and Infection Disease training
- Conducts group meetings in compliance with protocol to provide clients the opportunity for communication with peers and staff
- Maintains a safe, clean and comfortable environment, which complies with accrediting and licensing regulations to protect the client’s privacy and dignity
- Implements safety procedures as required by policy and procedure
- Demonstrates and implements emergency procedures, fire drill protocol and evacuation plans as per policy
- Ensures that equipment assigned to client care is functioning properly and reports malfunction to appropriate departments
- Accepts reassignment to other units when deemed necessary
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Mental Health Worker Psych Per Diem Resume Examples & Samples
- Strong ability to provide support to patients, family members and significant others
- Capacity to exercise good judgment in a calm manner when responding to psychiatric and medical emergencies or other unpredictable situations
- Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Well-cultivated customer service orientation, including independent problem-solving abilities
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Mental Health Worker Centura Health Flex Team PRN Nights Resume Examples & Samples
- Responds appropriately in a crisis. *
- Accurately documents patient care performed and reports findings promptly to Registered Nurse. *
- Assists in training other Mental Health Workers, volunteers, students and other hospital personnel. *
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide direct supervision of patients/residents
- Maintain safety within the milieu by constantly monitoring patients/residents for potentially unsafe behaviors
- Complete all documentation as required
- Adhere to facility policies and procedures
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide direct care services to clients by supervising & instructing activities of daily living including but not limited to personal care, community integration, & recreation/leisure to ensure daily needs, rehab needs & human rights of clients are met
- Assist in development of client IAP’s, and complete progress notes and all related documentation
- Supervise and/or assist clients in self-medication by following specific instructions concerning appropriate medication & in accordance with specific instructions by licensed medical personnel/MAP policies & procedures to make sure meds are properly maintained and administered
- Maintain progress notes which may include daily reports, verbal and written inter-shift communication, daily/monthly/quarterly and annual reviews, evaluations and assessments to provide current & updated information on client’s rehabilitation progress
- Assist in crisis intervention by identifying and evaluating situations, providing necessary interventions, notifying appropriate personnel & preparing documentation per established procedures to ensure human rights and safety standards are met
- Provide effective MAP, CPR and First Aid services by completing and maintaining required certifications and training per established policies & procedures in order to provide a safe and healthy environment for clients
- Act as a professional role model by interacting with clients and staff in a respectful, positive, clear, proactive and consistent manner to ensure a therapeutic milieu
- Help develop clients’ social, recreational and employment skills by being part of their interdisciplinary team and by implementation of rehab. goals and related activities, such as recreational and necessary community outings, seeking employment and participation in scheduled programming
- Develop ADL’s, nutritional assistance and independent community living by overseeing, instructing and assisting clients in such skill areas as menu planning, food and other shopping, meal preparation, daily hygiene and health routines, and other duties to prepare clients to live in a more independent setting
- Assist in the general cleaning of the residence and residence grounds & provide training by demonstrating, modeling, assisting and performing household tasks to maintain a clean and safe residence
- Assist clients in scheduling, monitoring and attending day rehab. and other appointments by providing guidance, necessary documentation, transportation, prompting and accompanying residents to aid clients in accessing appropriate & necessary services and resources
- Attend ongoing related training and development as scheduled
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Performs primary role of direct care supervision, completing required documentation such as incident reports, restraint packets, Q-15's, inventory logs, communication logs, point sheets, precautions and unit specific documentation, etc. in a timely manner. Participates in contraband and room searches as needed
- Ensures compliance to Company policy and procedure through diligent supervision and examination of all unit activity, workflow, attendance and documentation for accuracy and legibility. Assists Milieu Coordinator in preparing and delivering progressive disciplinary action as necessary for policy violations and performance issues
- Continually assesses the whereabouts of all residents on the unit and is capable of assessing unit for potential risk and handling emergency situations in conjunction with other Shift/Unit Leads and Managers
- Demonstrates flexibility, emotional maturity and confidentiality when handling crisis or sensitive issues. Can plan shift activities including alternate plans should the schedule need to be altered due to unforeseen circumstances i.e. therapist not available for group, etc
- Keeps the Milieu Coordinator informed of all relevant situations
- Ensures that all assignments are completed prior to shift end, completing daily staffing report and certifying shift activities on the check-off sheet
- Attends daily shift report meeting to consult with the Milieu Coordinator and Shift/Unit Lead of the prior and following shifts to ensure appropriate communication is delivered to enhance consistency of programming
- Under the direction of the Milieu Coordinator, coaches and mentors line staff, providing on the job training to assist staff in teaching residents the necessary skills to function in the environment, deal with medical reactions, control potentially explosive resident situations, generate motivation and acceptance of responsibility in residents, provide emotional support, maintain a positive and objective attitude and act as role models and advocates for the residents. Models and encourages a team oriented approach to caring for residents by supporting nursing and therapy services. Provides information to Milieu Coordinator for preparation of treatment updates
- Acts as a role model for both residents and staff and helps facilitate problem solving and the use of coping skills
- Helps ensure the use of non violent behavior interventions and appropriate and effective use of de-escalation techniques with agitated residents. Coaches staff to avoid power struggles with residents. Advocates for resident rights and treats residents and staff with respect at all times
- With the Milieu Coordinator and Clinical Program Administrator, continuously assesses the overall program to see if there are any changes that need to be made for optimum functioning
- Aids in decorating and promoting unit appearance to promote a therapeutic atmosphere for residents
- Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills to address issues and needs in a concise, accurate and considerate manner. Promotes the effectiveness of good communication skills to peers
- Participates in maintaining safety of the milieu environment by encouraging unit cleanliness and hazard awareness, identification and removal of contraband, and appropriate response to dangerous situations. Reports all safety concerns immediately to Milieu Coordinator
- Assists with admission process of clients, including introductions to staff and facility, disposition of valuables and orientation to assigned unit and rules
- Attends staff development training to insure updated material to compete with the changing job market and to meet all facility and regulatory training requirements
- Maintains professional, effective working relationship and good rapport with members of all departments and direct care staff, assisting them as necessary to help maintain good employee relations
- Demonstrates knowledge of youth group behavior, developmental abilities and needs in vocational, recreation, and educational activities. As well as activities of daily living knowledge of group design and processing techniques
- Assists Milieu Coordinator with performance evaluations of assigned staff in a timely manner
- Manages and maintains unit storage of residents' personal belongings (i.e., inventory sheets, sharps, and resident valuables.), keeping storage rooms and sheds clean, orderly and secure
- CERTIFICATES, LICNESES
- PHYSICAL RESTRAINT
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Assists in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient
- Demonstrates awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and providesintervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis
- Assists patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient's age, developmental level and needs
- Participates in assigned groups/activities to meet the needs of various patient populations and/or diagnostic groups
- Participates with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed. Assist with patients needing to be restrained or secluded and providing 1:1 during these incidents
- Makes rounds on patients every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety. Documents according to policies
- CPR/CPI certification preferred
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field preferred
- Experience: Prefer experience in a psychiatric hospital setting as a Mental Health Worker working with children, adolescents and/or adults
- License/Certification: NC Driver's License may be required to transport patients to/from appointments, hearings, etc
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Acts as a primary caregiver to assigned patients, including assisting patients with daily living skills as needed
- Documents patient information for assigned patients
- Utilizes accepted intervention, under the direction of the RN, Administrator, or Director Clinical Services, in dealing with problematic patient behaviors
- Minimum of 2 years progress towards a degree in a related field required or 1 year of previous experience in a mental health treatment setting or completion of mental health worker certification program (Vocational-Technical)
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Completion of skills assessment
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan
- Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety
- Previous mental health experience required; experience in group facilitation required
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and rehabilitative aspects of care
- Establish rapport with patients and other staff by developing a good, cooperative working relationship to aid in improved patient care
- Communicate patients’ progress or regress
- Participate in treatment plan and nursing care plan meetings to ensure continuity of patient care
- Supervise and/or assist patients in their performance of general housekeeping duties
- Perform clerical duties
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Supervise and assists with the daily care, treatment and rehabilitation of homeless, mentally ill clients residing at the Lindemann Inn
- Updates shelter forms as needed
- Attends and participates in all meetings
- Maintains a clean and safe facility
- Assumes management of the assigned shift in the absence of the Shift Supervisor
- Administers medications and completes all MAP related tasks as needed. - Floats to the Lindemann Inn Women’s Unit
- Performs all other related work as needed
- Assists professional or medical staff in providing services to clients as needed. (i.e. pick up medications, sit with client waiting for an ambulance, etc) 9. Performs housekeeping duties in client area/general shelter area)
- Meets with clients upon admission to the shelter, explains and answers any questions regarding the shelter guidelines/ rules
- Maintains up to date MAP and CPR certification Successful completion of
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Mental Health Worker South Denver Flex Team PRN Nights Resume Examples & Samples
- Ensures patient safety through continuous observations of patient environment including monitoring patient activities, patient belongings, and room items. Maintains direct view of patient at all times unless instructed otherwise by Registered Nurse. *
- Calls for assistance when situation requires. *
- Reports patient status changes and needs to Registered Nurse accurately and in a timely manner. *
- Provides age-specific patient interaction. Communicates in a therapeutic manner to patients, families and staff. *
- Assists with quality improvement, safety and regulatory functions as directed. Participates in process change to improve practice. *
- Improves and maintains own clinical competence in area of practice to ensure provision of quality care. *
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Conducts scheduled head counts to provide effective people security
- Interacts meaningfully with clients; observes behavior and intervenes appropriately
- Ensures compliance with policies and procedure for the program/facility i.e. curfew, lights
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop client files, including but not limited to client assessment, treatment plans, monthly, quarterly and annual progress notes
- Develop client treatment plans by assessing client strengths & needs following established policies and procedures to promote independent living skill through development and implementation of client IAP’s
- Oversee file maintenance by reviewing files, checking progress notes for accuracy & addressing issues to ensure DMH regulations regarding files and documents are met
- Supervise implementation of all MAP policies and procedures by reviewing, updating and communicating procedures to staff in order to maintain consistent & accurate medication administration
- Assist in crisis intervention by identifying & and evaluating situations, providing necessary interventions to clients, staff, notifying appropriate personnel & preparing documentation adhering to policies and procedures to ensure human rights & safety standards are met
- Act as liaison to DMH, community providers & family members by scheduling and attending meetings, maintaining open/ongoing communication & providing documentation related to client issues in order to coordinate and enhance service delivery
- Provide orientation and training to staff by identifying, scheduling & conducting regular & as necessary training programs and staff supervision to ensure staff are capable of providing the appropriate services to clients per established policies & procedures
- Ensure that residence is furnished with food, household/office supplies, furnishings & equipment by determining the need, monitoring supplies/ equipment on hand and ordering and/or purchasing when necessary to keep adequate supplies/equipment on hand
- Collect program fees from client; manage house monies, bank accounts, pay bills & maintain /monitor client funds to ensure effective financial management of the program and representative payee accounts
- Responsible for scheduling fire drills, testing & maintaining equipment and supplies, training staff and clients in emergency
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Mental Health Worker PRN Nights Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates professional conduct and accountability, including understanding the legal consequences of patient’s rights and responsibilities. *
- Effectively uses time, personnel, equipment and supplies to provide high quality, cost effective patient care. Organizes and prioritizes work to be completed within assigned timeframe to promote consistent patient comfort. *
- Ensures that work environment and patient rooms are clean and orderly to maintain a safe and calming environment. *
- Uses standards of care, hospital policies/procedures and regulatory guidelines to guide work. *
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrates the ability to utilize de-escalation techniques appropriately and in a timely manner to insure patient and associate safety. *
- Provides assistance with patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. *
- Maintains thorough and confidential maintenance of patient charts and records. *
- Consistently demonstrates flexibility as evidenced by floating to other areas and is agreeable to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, evening and night hours as necessary to meet the needs of the patients and department. *
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Ensures compliance with policies and procedure for the program/facility i.e. curfew, lights out, fire/safety, cleanliness, control, and supply inventory
- Assigns, supervises, and directs clients during programmatic activities
- Provides for physical safety, security, and care of clients while under staff member supervision
- Assists/participates with the development and implementation of clients’ individualized treatment plan
- Provides leadership and serves as a role model to clients in the performance of therapeutic activities
- Assists with the mentoring and training of new staff members
- Reports significant client changes in behavior, attitude, or physical condition to higher-level staff members
- Processes intakes and performs non-invasive searches of clients entering and/or returning to program/facility
- Evaluates client’s behavioral and emotional issues
- Facilitates groups as required and in accordance with the client’s individualized treatment plan
- Makes observations and documents client treatment interventions, behavior, and progress
- Provides direct supervision of clients and interacts therapeutically
- Interacts with educational team as appropriate
- Participates in data collection and monitoring and evaluation activities for the program/facility performance improvement program
- Develops and maintains a current list of resources, including self-help/support groups to ensure comprehensive services to the clients and their families
- Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance with current departmental practices and meet guidelines as outlined by outside referral and licensing agencies
- Ensures compliance with federal, state, local licensing, and reporting requirements
- Identifies and pursues in-service and continuing educational needs, suggests general training needs for the program and submits requests/suggestions for training to appropriate supervisory and administrative staff members
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Mental Health Worker Centura Flex Team PRN Nights Resume Examples & Samples
- Understands restraint monitoring and flow sheet documentation as applicable. *
- Assists with quality improvement, safety and regulatory functions as directed. Participates in process change to improve practice
- Demonstrates effective time management and is proactive in prioritizing workload and meeting productivity requirements. *
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Performs a variety of duties directly related to patient care
- Initiates and encourages interactions with patients through conversation, activities, and other means. Encourages a therapeutic relationship with patients
- Helps patient get accustomed to the unit and hospital. Provides factual information regarding treatment program
- Assists and guides patients with maintaining their personal hygiene and housekeeping activities
- Assists and oversees patients at meal times
- Escorts patients to appointments and scheduled activities outside of the unit - within and outside hospital
- Assists during admissions, discharges and/or transfers of patients
- Assists RN in carrying out treatment procedures including, but not limited to restraining patient, vital signs and other directed tasks
- Responds to medical and psychiatric emergencies with direction from RN. Administers Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), when necessary
- Observes patient, as directed
- Assumes responsibility for whereabouts and safety of patients in and outside of the unit and/or grounds, as directed
- Co-leads group therapy and leads patient education and activity groups, as required
- Performs various reporting and recording duties including, but not limited to
- Reporting observations of patients' behavior to RN and other team members
- Maintaining observation flow sheets for patient requiring various levels of supervision, i.e. constant observation, routine rounds, every fifteen minute checks
- Participating in nursing staff and team meetings by sharing observations and information
- Receiving and/or transmitting telephone messages concerning patient care in absence of Unit Receptionist
- Reporting observations of patients' interactions with visitors
- Performs a variety of duties related to maintenance of physical environment including, but not limited to
- Reporting potential hazards to RN and taking necessary measures such as mopping wet areas, removing hazardous material or other remedial action in the event of an emergency
- Transporting supplies such as laboratory specimens, food trays, drug baskets and other items to and from unit, as required
- Collecting soiled linen and distributing fresh linen to patients unable to do so themselves
- Maintaining general sanitary conditions on unit including washing the patient's refrigerator and stove when necessary
- Minimum of two (2) years of college, required; with a concentration in pre-health science or psychology-related courses, preferred OR six (6) years related experience
- Previous experience with patient intervention in psychiatric setting, preferred
- Must be able to demonstrate CPR technique within orientation period
- Ability to communicate effectively, required
- Ability to lift, turn, position, and restrain patients, as required
- All shifts needed for the Float pool**
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Mental Health Worker Aid-summer Work Resume Examples & Samples
- Provide direct supervision and therapeutic interventions to children and adolescents
- Support children and adolescents in achieving their treatment goals, using encouragement, problem-solving, and behavior modification
- Lead or co-lead individual and group activities
- Coordinate and participate in therapeutic activities with the children and adolescents
- Consistently apply knowledge of crisis intervention and behavioral management
- Intervene with students and families during crisis situations
- Complete daily clinical progress notes
- Collect, summarize, and graph performance, observational, rating scale, checklist, interview, and/or self-report data when requested
- Assist in the calculating, scoring and graphing of collected observation data
- Participate in weekly treatment team to report progress
- Pursuing Associate's or Bachelor's degree in special education, child development or in psychology or related field required
- Experience preferred in treatment and educational settings with children with multiple disabilities
- Experience with data management preferred
- Experience collecting, summarizing, and graphing data preferred
- Act 33/34/73 clearances required within 30 days of hire
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Addresses patient with appropriate title as agreed upon by the patient and/or family/significant other. Maintains level of observation needed for patient protection. Sets limits and enforces policies of regulations in consultation with his/her supervisor and under his/her delegation
- Assists patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, etc. and identifying ways to utilize the daily living experience therapeutically. Takes and records patient's temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration as directed by the RN. Escorts patients to other departments for tests, etc. remaining with them and assisting when necessary
- Assists patients with discharge planning
- Complies with established occupational exposure policies
- Documents pertinent information on a patient's chart, being objective at all times. Notes recorded should reflect: A. The goals and recommended treatment stated in the treatment plan. B. The patient's participation in the therapeutic milieu of the unit. C. Any changes in behavior pattern which indicate growth and/or demonstrated need for reassessment and further treatment planning
- Encourages participation in therapeutic activities and provides Therapeutic Recreation (TR) programs when appropriate under the guidance of the TR staff
- Establishes a relationship with the patient while obtaining data base information for admission
- Interacts daily with patients, providing treatment services and further assessing needs. Reports changes and progress to the staff nurse and incorporates same in the nursing care plan
- Keeps staff nurse and other staff members informed about patient status and the unit situation throughout their shift through both written and oral reports. Knowledgeable of non-violent crisis interventions. Knowledgeable of policy for seclusion and restraint, monitors them for correct use and rotation, and documents according to standards
- Knowledgeable about types of patient conditions most commonly encountered and understands the psychological and physiological basis for the treatment delivered. Knowledgeable of mental health laws and commitments. Knowledgeable of all policies and procedures relevant to treatment of psychiatric patients
- Maintains effective care under conditions of unusual stress or confusion and consults with supervisor when direction or support is needed. Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected change in workload, emergencies, staffing, and scheduling changes
- Obtain pertinent information and assist R.N.'s in recording in designated log books or prepare proper forms as required: A. Patient log book - record name, admission date, etc. B. Face sheets C. Assemble and replenish charts as necessary. D. Patient belonging lists E. Observations/Rounds completed and documented F. Group notes
- Provides effective and immediate intervention which might involve utilization and physical control if patient is unable to control own behavior and presents a danger to self or others
- Provides group therapy to patients including the Family Orientation Group (FOG). Is available during visiting hours to assist in promoting more therapeutic interactions among family members
- Provides verbal report to oncoming shift MHW I or LPN regarding status on all patients on the unit. Assists with preparation of and testifies at commitment hearing when appropriate. Assists with Social Service duties for which one is qualified, as needed
- Remains open to alternate methods of achieving goals so that time at work is utilized to the best advantage. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease
- Supports unit based Continuous Performance Improvement (CPI) activities by actively participating in the CPI process
- Under the supervision of the staff nurse, participates in implementing the treatment plan and actively participates in the Treatment Planning Conference whenever possible
- Understands the special needs of patients with co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance abuse), and utilizes appropriate assessment and intervention techniques
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- Assists patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, etc. and identifying ways to utilize the daily living experience therapeutically. Escorts patients to other departments for tests, etc. remaining with them and assisting when necessary. Takes and records patient's temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration as directed by the RN Assists patients with discharge planning
- Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected change in workload, emergencies, staffing, and scheduling changes. Remains open to alternate methods of achieving goals so that time at work is utilized to the best advantage. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease
- Documents pertinent information on a patient's chart, being objective at all times. Notes recorded should reflect: - The goals and recommended treatment stated in the treatment plan. - The patient's participation in the therapeutic milieu of the unit. - Any changes in behavior pattern which indicate growth and/or demonstrated need for reassessment and further treatment planning
- Keeps staff nurse and other staff members informed about patient status and the unit situation throughout their shift through both written and oral reports
- Maintains level of observation needed for patient protection. Knowledgeable of non-violent crisis interventions. Sets limits and enforces policies of regulations in consultation with his/her supervisor and under his/her delegation
- Obtain pertinent information and assist R.N.'s in recording in designated log books or prepare proper forms as required: - Patient log book - record name, admission date, etc. - Face sheets - Assemble and replenish charts as necessary. - Patient belonging lists - Observations/Rounds completed and documented - Group notes
- Provides effective and immediate intervention which might involve utilization and physical control if patient is unable to control own behavior and presents a danger to self or others. Knowledgeable of policy for seclusion and restraint, monitors them for correct use and rotation, and documents according to standards
- Under the supervision of the staff nurse, participates in implementing the treatment plan and actively participates in the Treatment Planning Conference whenever possible. Interacts daily with patients, providing treatment services and further assessing needs. Reports changes and progress to the staff nurse and incorporates same in the nursing care plan
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- Assess and monitor skills training programs (e.g., social, communication, recreation and leisure, safety skills) for the students
- Coordinate the data management involved in program evaluation and report to clinical staff
- In cooperation with the team, develop, assess, implement, and monitor group activities for the students
- Monitor consumer satisfaction (i.e. teachers, parents, child, outside agency personnel)
- Monitor daily data collection, summarization, and graphing for assigned students. This includes educational, behavioral, and skills training programs as well as research protocols
- Monitor daily progress notes charted for each student
- Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of behavioral and functional assessments of the students
- Promote professional rapport with co-workers, patients, and visitors to the Institute
- Work effectively and cooperatively in a trans-disciplinary environment, under the supervision of several senior staff
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling required. Bachelor's degree in other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience
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- A minimum of one year experience in psychiatry or related field
- A college degree or pursuit of one in psychology, social, nursing or related field
- A high school diploma
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
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- Provides patient care to inpatients or patients in the psychiatric emergency department of HCMC under supervision of nursing staff; therapeutic 1:1, evaluates, intervenes, and reports to and works with nursing staff to follow individualized patient care plans
- Participates in planning and implementing treatment team recommendations concerning individual and group patient programming
- Follows the problem-oriented method for patient charting or reporting on behaviors observed; Promotes and maintains a healthy and safe treatment setting
- Provides patient care with ADL’s
- Maintains an organized and clean milieu
- Provides milieu support to patients and nursing staff
- May provide patient care activities and clerical activities
- Performs related work as required, but only after appropriate training
- One year experience providing direct patient care services in a psychiatric or mental health setting
- Relevant college coursework in the social or behavioral sciences and/or approved demonstrated skills and ability to care for acutely mentally ill individuals
- An approved equivalent combination of training, experience and education that may include experience such as working as an HCA/ NA; nursing student; or group home experience
- One year of related experience in a similar healthcare environment (behavioral health, nursing)
- Actively enrolled in or a graduate of a two-year or four-year behavioral health or registered nursing program
- Training in (or willingness to learn) motivational interviewing techniques
- Ability to de-escalate sometimes stressful patient situations
- Knowledge of motivational interviewing skills and techniques
- Ability to support and provide patient and family centered care in a team environment
- Ability to meet the diverse needs of the patient population(s) being served
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Overnight Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for teaching and monitoring children’s routine’s including hygiene, meals, household chores and program rules
- Participate in activities and supervision of children at play in individual and group scenarios
- Following a treatment plan, the staff member will work to provide developmentally relevant care in a supportive, structured environment
- One year of relevant experience with residential / milieu programming or serving children with psychological disabilities or a combination of college/work experience, preferred
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to children or employees of the organization, required
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be physically able to use crisis prevention / intervention techniques including: physical management of a child, running to prevent a runaway incident. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, run or crawl. At times apply therapeutic touch
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- Work within a team toward regulation, rather than compliance by providing a safe environment for each child to develop healthy relationships
- Bachelor’s degree ( B.S.) from four year College or University, required
- Current Driver’s License. Motor vehicle record and proof of automobile insurance coverage to be updated annually, required
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- Ability to problem-solve, communicate, work with a team and be adaptable
- Must be able to work a variety of shifts including nights and weekends
- A bachelor’s degree (BA /BS) and preferably a minimum of one year of relevant experience with residential/milieu programming or serving children with psychological disabilities or a combination of college/work experience
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- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling required
- Bachelor's degree in other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience
- *IF YOUR DEGREE IS NOT IN SOCIAL WORK, PSYCHOLOGY OR COUNSELING, YOU MUST UPLOAD YOUR TRANSCRIPTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.***
- Experience in treatment and educational settings with children (ages 5-9) with multiple disabilities preferred
- Early childhood experience preferred
- Crisis experience also preferred
- Basic computer skills required. May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed
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- Previous experience with behavioral health clients preferred
- Current CT Drivers license with a clean driving record
- Computer proficiency and keyboarding skills required
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- Minimum of one year experience in psychiatry or related field
- Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a nursing support position
- A College education
- Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association
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- High School or G.E.D
- Monitors and assists clients at mealtime
- Implements treatment or plans of care
- Helps to create a recovery environment through interactions with staff and persons served
- Assists with outings and/or driving. This requirement crosses the Transportation and Driver Job Family
- Informs the charge nurse of observed behaviors and conditions
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- Under the guidance of the Rehab Therapy staff, participates, assists and facilitates rehabilitation therapy groups and activities
- Admits and discharges clients as assigned, including completing associated documentation
- Obtains client vital signs and weights, as assigned. Completes tasks and required documentation as assigned
- Assists clients at mealtime by distributing meal trays, pouring beverages, and/or feeding clients in need of assistance
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Experience: 6 months experience in patient care area
- License / Certification: Crisis Prevention Intervention certification within 3 months of hire
- Healthcare Provider BLS upon hire
- Experience: One (1) year Behavioral Health experience or related experience
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Mental Health Worker Resume Examples & Samples
- Supervises and assists with the daily care, treatment and rehabilitation of homeless, mentally ill clients residing at the Lindemann Inn Women's Unit
- Administers medications and completes all MAP related tasks as needed
- Floats to the Lindemann Inn CoEd Unit
- Assists, instructs and supervises clients in the Lindemann Inn Women's Unit with their ADL skills (i.e. showers, meals, laundry, housekeeping, etc)
- Assesses and responds with the correct therapeutic intervention to clients in crisis
- Floats to the Lindemann Inn CoEd Unit as needed
- Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website
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- Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a staff RN to include: all Activities of Daily Living, such as cleanliness, toileting, nourishment, and grooming. Also includes routine bedmaking, showering of patients, changes of clothing and use lift equipment as necessary
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Associates degree, preferred
- Excellent verbal Communication skills, required
- Computer literate, familiarity with data entry, required
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English, required
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- Collects, records, and reports data on client progress making specific instructional changes according to established guidelines
- Alerts team members to any areas of concern
- Completes informal evaluations as required
- Performs when appropriate clinical procedures in accordance with established standards of care and key competencies as follows: takes and records vital signs as ordered or indicated, performs phlebotomy and EKG's, helps prepare patients for procedures
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Mental Health Worker Senior Resume Examples & Samples
- Assess and monitor skills development programming (cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, expressive, social skills, process) for the patients
- Assist in monitoring patient satisfaction (teachers, parents, child, outside agency)
- Attend treatment team meetings and provide direct clinical feedback on progress
- Coordinate the data management involved in program evaluation and report these findings to other clinical community members
- Engage in providing mentorship to an undergraduate student
- Engage in treatment planning for assigned patients
- Facilitate a monthly mental health worker meeting, engaging in topics such as but not limited to clinical, programmatic and professional improvement
- In cooperation with the team, develop, assess, facilitate and monitor group activities for the patients
- Monitor daily progress notes, data collection, summarization, and graphing for assigned patients. This includes but is not limited to educational, behavioral and skills development programs as well as research protocols
- Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of behavioral and functional assessments of the patients
- Promote professional rapport with co-workers, patients and visitors to the Institute
- Provide clinical direction and feedback to mental health worker associates and mental health worker intermediate
- Provide monthly supplemental peer clinical supervision for mental health worker associates
- Work effectively and cooperatively in a trans-disciplinary environment, served by the supervision of several senior staff
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education or related field with a minimum of three (3) years of exemplary service to patients and families including documented effectiveness within the current program or closely related program
- At least two (2) years of experience providing clinical feedback and/or supervision to new or current employees
- Preferred: Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education or related field with three (3) years of experience in a setting that closely relates to the program
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- Reviews assignment with supervising RN, seeking clarification when unsure of expectations
- Maintains open communication with teammates regarding progress on completion of assignment
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to behavioral health patients in a timely and individualized manner
- Provides for patient comfort by performing tasks/services that optimize patient satisfaction
- Provides for patient safety in a manner that prevents patient injury
- Contributes to efficient departmental operations in order to control costs and ensure productivity
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- This position is located at Safe Harbor Behavioral Health
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferrred
- May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored, no contact with medications is allowed
