Job description
To provide direct patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders; to support therapeutic milieu; to ensure the safety and well-being of these patients. To orient and train new hire Mental Health Workers and to be a role model in all aspects of the job duties and responsibilities.
Job Requirements
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Pay
$19.00 - $25.00
Minimum Work Experience
High school level reading and writing skills; acceptable oral and written communication skills; legible handwriting; ability to maintain information as highly confidential; telephone etiquette and customer service skills by phone and face-to-face; familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred; skills in dealing courteously with the public and other staff within the organization; basic knowledge of human behavior or principles of psychology useful; skills in prioritizing and in managing time; problem-solving skills; use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for staff and patients; empathy toward patients; skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living helpful. Basic or general knowledge of human growth and development helpful; familiarity with, or basic insight into, emotional needs of adolescents; experience with therapeutic limit-setting helpful, or an understanding of level systems or other behavior management modalities; ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision in this regard.
CPR, CPI to be obtained within 30 days of hire
**MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED WITH BOOSTER**
*Vista del Mar is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal civil rights laws.