Resident Behavioral Health Aide
Escondido, California
Employer: Medix
Industry: Care Management
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
WHAT YOU WILL DO: This position is responsible for providing a basic level of general behavioral and psychiatric care to patients that have been discharged from Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Managed Health Plans, Palomar Hospital and Tri-City Hospital, to achieve a more adaptive level of physical, psychological and social functioning while in the program. Working within a comprehensive team of skilled professionals the Resident Behavioral Health Aide engages with the recuperative care team to get the patient back to self-sufficiency. This position is also responsible for the safe and timely transportation of clients to and from various appointments and ensuring facilities are maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
Requirements
EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION
- Provides behavioral services to patients under the general supervision of registered nurses and other qualified personnel
- Observes and assesses patients' physical condition, behavior and responses to treatment and reporting any significant changes to appropriate supervisor and other appropriate staff members
- Performs tasks that are within the scope of his/her education preparation, knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of the Recuperative Care Program
- Assists with the coordination of services including planning, monitoring, documenting and conducting evaluations of services to patients
- Utilizes behavioral and physical techniques to prevent injury to patients and other and to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for clients; responds appropriately to crisis situations
- Keeps hallways and common areas clear of debris, wheelchairs, etc.
- Ensures facilities are maintained in clean and orderly fashion
- Orients new patients to their room, facility, laundry, cafeteria, etc.
- Assists patients with making medical appointments and any transportation necessary
- Assist passengers on and off vehicle, including those with physical limitations
- Secure passengers' wheelchairs and assist disabled passengers in and out of the vehicle
- Observe traffic laws and regulations
- Ensure clients have safely entered medical facility before leaving
- Maintain and update transportation calendar; schedule and select routes and travel times so clients arrive for appointments on time, and are picked up within a reasonable period of time after appointments are completed
- Maintain contact with clients and staff for appointment and schedule changes
- Maintain order and discipline in the vehicle; retain documentation of maintenance records
- Report problematic client behavior or disruption of service to supervisor
- Lock and secure vehicle when leaving unattended; check to ensure no passengers are still in the vehicle before leaving unattended
- Maintain daily record of mileage and number of passengers transported
- Clean and service the vehicle with fuel; report vehicle deficiencies immediately for repair and maintenance
- Ensures the confidentiality of patient information and health records
- Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
- Perform additional duties as assigned
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
- Paid Time Off - Three weeks to start!
- Paid Holidays - 13 scheduled
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- AD&D / Group Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
- Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Early Release Days!
- Work Anniversary Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Home Ownership Assistance Program
- Casual Work Environment
- Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities
Requirements
EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION
- Knowledge of alcohol and other drug recovery field preferred
- Experience working with severely mentally ill, medically fragile, and homeless populations preferred
Created: 2024-09-26
Reference: 234502_1727200076
Country: United States
State: California
City: Escondido
ZIP: 92029
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