Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Category Clinical Support UVA Medical Center Job Id

R0085267

Job Type Part time

JOB DESCRIPTION

These roles focus on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders, emotional disturbances, and behavioral issues. Professionals within this job family work with individuals, families, and groups to address psychological well-being and promote mental health through therapeutic interventions, counseling, and support services. Professionals trained in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues, using psychological testing and various forms of therapeutic treatment to address a wide range of mental health issues. Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience. This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas. Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and require vocational or technical education. Work is routine or follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience:

If unlicensed one of the following is required: Documented proof of a minimum of 2 years of experience caring for patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, a Community Service Board, or equivalent in a direct care position; OR Completion of first semester of Nursing School.

Licensure:

None Required.

Prefer:

Current active CNA certification through the Virginia Board of Nursing. AAPT Certification, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease The pay range for this role is $12.77 - $24.78 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .