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Description
Sunrise Canyon Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital is in search of compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Specialists.
Mental Health Specialists (MHS) provide direct nursing assistance to persons admitted to Sunrise Canyon Hospital. MHS staff work as members of the interdisciplinary team and are responsible for
providing nursing assistant services,
monitoring changing patient needs,
communicating changes with team members,
providing pre-crisis and crisis intervention and management,
assisting in therapeutic groups and activities,
assisting with discharge arrangements,
documenting in the medical record according to Hospital Policies and Procedures,
completing required documentation,
verbally communicating pertinent information to other trainers, nurses, supervisor, etc.,
assisting supervisor and other staff with special assignments and/or projects as needed.
Full Time Schedule: Day shifts 8am - 8pm; Night shifts - 8pm - 8am; (Shifts noted below) Sunday - Tuesday plus every other Wednesday or
Thursday - Saturday plus every other Wednesday
Part-time (PRN) opportunities are also available.
Benefit Package: StarCare offers an expansive benefit package to full time employees including, but not limited to, company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company-paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, employee referral augmentations, and premium holiday pay.
Qualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) with one year of related experience, preferred.
Certified Nurse's Aide is preferred.
Must have strong interpersonal skills, be compassionate, and have a desire to help people who are struggling with mental illness.
Must be able to attend required training and work assigned schedule.
Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, copier, fax, etc.,) and personal computer with Microsoft Office products is required.
Candidate must have a valid Texas driver's license, auto liability insurance, and insurability under Agency insurance.
Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The working conditions described below are representative of that which an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work: Involves frequently exerting 25 to 50 pounds at a time and occasionally exerting 50 to 100 pounds.
Physical Requirements
Definition
Frequency
Stationary Position
Refers to the ability to remain in a stationary posture for extended periods of time, which may include sitting or standing at a designated workstation. Tasks may be performed primarily in one location with limited physical movement throughout the workday.
Moderately 25% - 50%
Mobility and Physical Interaction
Refers to the ability to move about the workspace, including changing body position (e.g., standing, sitting, bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, etc.), and to lift, carry, place, push, pull, or reposition objects or materials as needed. It also involves the ability to ascend or descend within the work environment (e.g., stairs, ladders, platforms, etc.).
Frequently >50%
Visual Acuity and Color Recognition
Refers to the ability to read printed and digital materials, observe details, and identify and distinguish colors accurately. These abilities are essential for tasks involving inspection, monitoring, or handling color-coded items or materials.
Frequently >50%
Communication and Exchange Information
Refers to the ability to communicate effectively in English, including comprehending, interpreting, and conveying information through spoken, written and electronic means. It also includes the ability to hear and understand verbal communication in various settings, as well as the capacity to observe, count, and process numerical or symbolic information accurately.
Frequently >50%
Information Processing
Refers to the ability to observe, recognize, assess, interpret, categorize, reason, acknowledge, monitor and gather information to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.
Frequently >50%
Work Environment Navigation and Adaptability
Refers to the ability to safely navigate and operate in environments where there may be ongoing activities, equipment, or other workplace conditions requiring awareness, adaptability, and attention. This role may involve working in proximity to moving parts, people, or processes, and requires the ability to manage tasks effectively within such dynamic settings.
Frequently >50%
Emotional and Behavioral Stability
Refers to the ability to maintain composure, professionalism, and objectivity in high-pressure or challenging situations. This role may involve managing multiple demands, responding to unexpected events, or interacting with individuals in emotionally charged environments.
Frequently >50%
Working Conditions: This role may be exposed to the following:
Working Conditions
Frequency
Hazardous conditions
Frequently >50%
Hazardous materials
Moderately 25% - 50%
Extreme temperatures
Infrequently 50%
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or similar
Frequently >50%
This role may be required to use PPE on head, face, hands, feet, or body.
Frequently >50%
Worksite address
lubbock, TX, 79430, US
Who can apply
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