Southwest Healthcare System

Our Mental Health Aide (MHA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of clinical team, facilitating a therapeutic and safe milieu by appropriate interaction with clients and ensuring the proper level of resident supervision is maintained.. Ability to lift /carry up to 50 pounds Maintaining all patient health data and records Maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu including crisis intervention Guide and assist individuals in learning activities of daily living skills (ADLs) both in home and in the community.. Work closely with education, recreation therapy, BCBA, RBT Assist the teacher in teacher in the classroom as an instructional Aide. Must be able to work every other weekends Must be able to pass a drug test within 24hrs Must be able to work any units assigned by manager based on needs of the facility.. Benefits for this position include: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans (K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries!. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89, employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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Responsibilities Mental Health Aide (Autism) 6:45am-3:15pm Laurel Heights Hospital is a -bed facility located in Atlanta Ga. We are dedicated to providing youth with compassionate mental health treatment that encourages self-responsibility and personal growth. We provide psychiatric treatment to children and adolescents that present with a broad range of psychiatric, behavioral disorders and autism. A clinically skilled multidisciplinary team works to partner with the youth and family to accomplish their goals in a supportive and therapeutic environment. Our Mental Health Aide (MHA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of clinical team, facilitating a therapeutic and safe milieu by appropriate interaction with clients and ensuring the proper level of resident supervision is maintained. Applicants must be able to: Passionate about helping children with autism Work every other weekend Provide guidance and assistance to individuals in their personal hygiene and appearance in the areas of tooth brushing, bathing, toileting, haircare and selection of clothing and dressing appropriately for weather conditions. Be attentive to individual’s medical issues and alert supervisors and/or changes in individual’s health and/or problems relating to medication or medical equipment. Patient, Compassionate, and able to work well in a team Carry out Safety, Meal preparation and cleaning procedures. Provide help getting out of bed Ability to move in various position (sit, Squad, bend, etc.) Ability to lift /carry up to 50 pounds Maintaining all patient health data and records Maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu including crisis intervention Guide and assist individuals in learning activities of daily living skills (ADLs) both in home and in the community. Performing Q15 observation rounds while working within the ethical boundaries of the field. Work closely with education, recreation therapy, BCBA, RBT Assist the teacher in teacher in the classroom as an instructional Aide. Must be able to work every other weekends Must be able to pass a drug test within 24hrs Must be able to work any units assigned by manager based on needs of the facility. Benefits for this position include: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans (K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries! One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in . In , UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in , ranked # on the Fortune ; and listed # in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89, employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Qualifications Education: High school diploma/GED required. BA or BS Degree in a related mental health field is preferred. Experience: Previous experience working with behavioral health patients, children, adolescents, and/or special needs population strongly preferred. One year experience in a mental health settings also preferred. Licensure/Certification: Successful completion of CPR certification, age-specific training and the current patient aggression management training within 90 days of employment.

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