Mental Health Assistant – Mental Health Services Position Available In Polk, Florida

Mental Health Assistant

• Mental Health Services Lakeland Regional Health
• 3.7 Lakeland, FL Job Details $17.48
• $20.

10 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Master of Social Work Management Master’s degree High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Patient care Patient interaction Social Work Associate’s degree Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits. Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you’re starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally. Active

• Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off Work Hours per

Biweekly Pay Period:

72.00

Shift :

12 hr shifts every Saturday and Sunday Days +1 addl shift

Location :

1324

Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL Pay Rate :

Min $17.48 Mid $20.10 Position Summary Responsible to the Team Leader, he/she works in a work team committed to a common purpose and goals. The MHA works under the supervision of team’s licensed clinical staff in the provision of routine care to assigned patients. His/her functions also include assisting with the patient’s admission to and discharge from the hospital. The MHA assists with other functions/ tasks of the team as assigned by the WTL and department manager(s). He/she is responsible to function in accordance with approved policies, procedures and protocols of the department and hospital. The MHA contributes to positive outcomes and meeting the cultural expectations of the organization by exhibiting professional behavior. He/she shares responsibility for all aspects of patient and team functions. Position Responsibilities People At The Heart Of All That We Do Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration. Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care. Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created. Safety And Performance Improvement Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety. Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work. Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work. Stewardship Demonstrates responsible use of LRH’s resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities. Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures. People At The Heart Of All We Do Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration. Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care. Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created. Safety And Performance Improvement Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety. Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work. Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work. Stewardship Demonstrates responsible use of LRH’s resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities. Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

Standard Work Duties:

Mental Health Assistant Observes and monitors behaviors of patients to ensure patient safety. Reports observations by appropriate clinical charting in the medical record and by direct verbal communication to licensed staff (RN, LPN, MSW/Counselor, MD) when patient care/safety warrant immediate communication. Obtains and records vital signs, height, weight, oral intake/output, etc. as directed 100% of the time. Ensures that the unit provides a clean and safe environment for patients and staff. Assists with patient care needs. Continuously assesses patients for changing needs for assistance Answers patient / family requests for assistance promptly and courteously Assists in patient treatment and management (e.g. Assisting in monitoring of physical examinations, crisis intervention for physically acting out patients, obtaining laboratory specimens). Participates in treatment planning and patient management by providing accurate and objective behavioral observations and making suggestions regarding care needs. Assists with patient admission and discharge. Performs various clerical tasks as needed in support of patient care and team function. This includes patient record functions, computer tasks, supply monitoring, telephone/message management.

Competencies & Skills Essential:

Excellent communication and patient care skills. Ability to learn specific procedures/techniques (e.g., Vital signs, Phlebotomy) Provide behavioral patient care services under supervision.

Qualifications & Experience Essential:

High School or Equivalent Nonessential:

Associate Degree Nonessential:

Associates degree in a Behavioral Science or clearly related field or PCA training program

Essential:

Basic Cardiac Life Support Other information:

Certifications Essential:

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