Mental Health Specialist - Bipolar and Psychotic Inpatient Unit

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The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Under direction of the Registered Nurse, the MHS provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Assists the RN in providing direct patient care. 1. Accurate and timely documentation of AFS, progress notes, and observation sheets. 2. Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients, maintaining professional boundaries. 3. Participates in patient rounds or teams. 4. Completes patient care assignments. 5. Identifies patient behaviors that contribute to the development of a crisis; utilizes non-verbal and verbal. 6. Techniques to de-escalate crisis situation. 7. Intervenes in managing complex patient situations and patient schedules, utilizing department policies and procedures, always promoting the least restrictive alternatives. 8. Communicates changes in patient status to RN. 9. Follows Standards of Care and protocols for assigned patients. 10. Remains awake and alert at all times while on the job. 11. Performs Point of Care testing (POC). Works effectively in the therapeutic milieu. 1. Participates in planning and implementation of patient groups. 2. Provides and supervises recreation and other off-hall activities according to needs. 3. Provides patients with direction, support, and supervision as needed. 4. Follows established Nursing policies, procedures, and protocols. 5. Active milieu assessment while assigned to checks, particularly attuned to safety concerns. Participates in the maintenance of the unit environment to ensure safe care. 1. Identifies and reports house cleaning problems to Unit Secretary/ND. 2. Identifies and reports equipment problems to Unit Secretary/ND. 3. Participates in the unit’s inventory system, reporting when supplies are low. 4. Initiates activities that assist patients in maintaining a clean environment. 5. Initiates activities that promote an organized, safe patient and staff environment. Assists patients in their activities of daily living. 1. Identifies patient hygiene needs; initiates and implements interventions to meet these needs. 2. Provides for patients’ nutritional needs according to unit procedure. 3. Assists and reassures patients during tests, exams, and procedures. 4. Escorts and supervises patients on and off ground, maintaining patient safety. Maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency. 1. Completes mandatory in-service requirements. 2. Identifies areas of strengths and areas in need of professional development with supervisor. 3. Maintains competency for treating age-specific patient populations. 4. Seeks constructive feedback, regarding work performance, from peers and professional colleagues. 5. Participates in critical incident de-briefing. CRC Job Summary Non MAP (union) Under direction of the Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator & Charge Nurse, the Community Residence Counselor (CRC ) provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu within the scope of defined practice. Responsible for providing direct support and supervision to individuals residing in community-based behavioral health or supportive living programs. The Community Residence Counselor assists residents in developing daily living skills, achieving treatment goals, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment. This role plays a vital part in promoting recovery, independence, and quality of life for individuals with mental health, substance use, or developmental conditions. Provides direct patient care in accordance with current treatment plan, under the supervisor of the Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator and Charge Nurse. Provides and supervises community activities according to needs. This may include driving & transporting patients to and from activities in hospital vehicles. Remains awake and alert, at all times, while on the job. Assists patients in maintaining and keeping various appointments. Clear, concise, and timely documentation and shift notes. Establishes relationships with patients that are helpful and maintains professional boundaries. Participates in patient rounds, status checks, or teams per program guidelines. Completes assigned patient care tasks per program guidelines and/or daily assignment sheet. Works effectively to manage the therapeutic milieu. Provides patients with direction and supervision as needed. Follows established hospital & program policies, procedures, and protocols. Communicates information regarding patient milieu/therapeutic environment to appropriate staff in a timely manner. Communicates observations related to medication side effects, physical and emotional changes to appropriate medical staff in a timely manner. Encourage patients in their activities of daily living. Assesses sleep patterns and assists patients to develop more appropriate sleep cycles notifying clinical team as necessary. Completes mandatory annual in-service requirements, including but not limited to: CPR and de-escalation. Attends and participates in rounds and case conferences when appropriate. Physical ability for participation in patient activities. Other duties as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience One year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting 1-2 years preferred and Previous experience in direct patient care preferred preferred

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Verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work in collaboration with others. - Must complete and pass Epic training within 30 days of hire. - Successful passing (80% or higher) of Epic training modules(s) is a minimum requirement of the job. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Bipolar & Psychotic Inpatient Unit (AB2) is an inpatient unit for those with bipolar and psychotic illness, specializing in first-break cases. Our focus is symptom management and safety, ensuring a therapeutic environment to promote stabilization. Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 32 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $22.40 - $29.73/Hourly Grade MCL050 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.