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Indiana Regional Medical Center
BH Recreation Aide - Mountains Behavioral Health - Full Time
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$37,936 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Supports safe and effective delivery of recreational and therapeutic programming within inpatient behavioral health services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in planning, organizing, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational group activities. Encourage patient participation and engagement in structured programming. Support development of coping skills, socialization, and emotional regulation through activities. Monitor patient behavior and maintain a safe, structured therapeutic milieu. Report changes in patient behavior, mood, or safety concerns to nursing staff immediately. Assist with patient observation responsibilities as assigned, in accordance with unit protocols. Maintain awareness of suicide precautions and environmental safety expectations. Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary treatment team members. Document patient participation and behaviors in accordance with facility standards. Set up and maintain activity spaces, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Remove unsafe or contraband items as directed. Assist with patient transport and unit programming as directed by clinical staff. Demonstrate professional boundaries and trauma-informed care approaches. May be required to float to other behavioral health units as needed. Follow all safety protocols and respond appropriately during behavioral health emergencies. Does not provide clinical assessment or therapy; escalates all clinical concerns to licensed staff.