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Alcoholism Rehab Assistant
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$39,286 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview UHS Binghamton General Hospital is hiring a part-time Alcoholism Rehab Assistant to provide patient-centered support consistent with the treatment process and program philosophy.
Schedule:
24 hours weekly, night shift- 11pm
- 7:30am
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
M4 Inpatient Addiction Medicine (New Horizons),UHS Binghamton General Hospital Primary Work Shift:
Night Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24Compensation Range:
$17.05- $22.17 per hour, depending on experience
Responsibilities:
Assists patients with activities of daily living, grooming, eating, and hydration. Measures and records a variety of clinical measurements (i.e., vital signs, patient weight, intake and output) Performs Patient Rounding according to UHS standards Reports problems and/or changes in patient conditions to the Charge Nurse. Provides a comfortable and safe environment by adhering to specific guidelines of the unit regarding infection control and patient safety. Maintains a clean unit environment by weekly defrosting unit refrigerator, emptying office waste cans every shift, and wiping down all surface areas of Nurses' Station every shift, and maintaining well-organized atmosphere of Nurses' Station and patient unit in general. After satisfactorily completing in-services regarding documentation (progress note entries and milieu therapy flow sheets), performs such functions under the supervision of the Charge Nurse. Evidences ability to function as a role model of recovery to promote a sense of hopefulness with the treatment setting and to relate positively to patients and their families. Conducts patient discussion groups relating to key steps in recovery as needed. Participates in back-up role to team by performing duties such as filing, stamping of charts, lab sheets, etc., and putting the admission, transfer, and discharge charts in order.Education/Experience Minimum Required:
High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred:
Previous experience working in a chemical dependency program Recovering person with positive experience in AA, NA, ACOA, and/or Al-Anon- Why You'll Love Working at UHS At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That's why we're intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we're here to help you thrive in work and life. A Culture of Connection
- We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard.
- We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week.
- From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge.
- With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly. A Place to Call Home
- Located in New York's Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
- About United Health Services United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties.
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