FacilityCentral Harnett Hospital
LocationLillington, North Carolina
DepartmentDorothea Dix Harnett Adolescent Psych Unit
Job FamilyProfessional
Work ShiftDays (United States of America)
*Summary*Performs routine patient care duties to include observation, monitoring and recording changes in patient’s condition, obtaining vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, providing emotional support and care under the direction of a nurse, and facilitates groups Assists with performing contraband searches; inventory of patient’s personal belongings. Effectively utilizes crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed. Assists with maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Serves as resource for medical staff, nursing staff, security, and other Behavioral Health Technicians.
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities*Major Job FunctionsThe Following Is a Summary Of The Major Essential Functions Of This Job. The Incumbent May Perform Other Duties, Both Major And Minor, That Are Not Mentioned Below. In Addition, Specific Functions May Change From Time To Time:
*Minimum Qualifications*The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
*Education And Formal Training*:* High school diploma or equivalent required * Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Psychology/Social Work preferred * Nursing Assistant certification accepted * BLS from the American Heart Association required * Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification within 30 days of employment
*Work Experience*:* 2 years of psychiatric experience preferred
*Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required*:* Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills * Must possess excellent customer service skills * Demonstrates competency to work with children, adolescents, and adults with mental illness * Possesses basic knowledge of age specific considerations for the population served * Must possess unrestricted NCI Certification upon completion of training * General computer competency required
*Physical Requirements*:* Ability to work variable shifts * Position requires bending, prolonged standing, and walking * Ability to turn and lift patients * Must possess visual and auditory acuity for observation and manual dexterity for computer use and documentation * May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
*Required Licenses And Certifications*Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
