Technician Recreational PRN- PAM Voyages Conroe

PAM Voyages Behavioral Health of ConroePRN Weekends- Recreational Therapy TechnicianPrimary Responsibilities: In collaboration with licensed staff, organizes patient care and general unit activities to accomplish requiredfunctions; prioritizes workload, and completes assignments in a timely manner. Provides an appropriate environment for the provision of care to individual patients by maintaining the patientmilieu in an orderly manner and by assisting in the maintenance of a neat work environment. Records care given as well as observed responses to treatment, including patient’s participation in ADLs.Data is complete, accurate and comprehensive. Applies principles of infection control in the provision of patient care. Applies principles of growth and development, over the lifespan, to identify patient and caregiver needsrelative to age-specific needs by adapting patient care to the needs of the patient population assigned Consistently implements standards for the behavioral health unit that promote the maintenance of patientrights to include: special patient rights applicable to a behavioral health unit; identification and reporting ofany suspected patient abuse; explanation of patient expectations; maintenance of confidentiality; adaptationof care for all ages of patients served, as noted above; ethical considerations; appropriate reporting of patientcomplaints. Initiates personal learning activities to increase understanding & update appropriate skills through both formaland informal activities. Supervise patient activity and monitor behavior at all time during groups Implement, coordinate and engage in emergency and crisis intervention strategies and responses Assist in performing functional assessments of behaviors and developing intervention strategies Provide and/or accompany transport and supervision of patients Work with patients to ensure needs and schedules are met Support the patient and the interdisciplinary teams Facilitate Recreational activities (groups) Document group notesEducation and Training:High School Diploma or Equivalency DiplomaCrisis Prevention Intervention Certification (CPI) Can be obtained a facilityBLS(CPR) through the American Heart AssociationAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in EnglishExperience: Behavioral health hospital or healthcare experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views for communication with (as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent,adult, and geriatric patients, visitors, and staff members. Ability to read and write English language including basic medical terminology and abbreviations. Ability to document appropriately Cognitive ability to make judgments and problem solve. Organizational ability to complete recreational therapeutic tech tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Capacity to relate to people in a manner to win confidence and establish rapport. Flexibility to adjust to changing conditions and the various details of the job. Continuously alert to potential safety risks and unsafe conditions.About UsPAM Voyages Behavioral Health is committed to being the most trusted source for behavioral health services in every community it serves by utilizing experienced and dedicated staff to provide high quality patient care and customer service. As an affiliate of PAM Health, our organization has more than 70 long-term acute care hospitals and physical medicine and rehabilitation hospitals, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states, proudly offering services including comprehensive wound care, aquatic therapy, ventilator weaning, amputation treatment, pain management and now Behavioral Health, inpatient, outpatient, and ECT service lines.Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program.We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at https://voyagesconroe.com take a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.Voyages Behavioral Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.