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Student Behavioral Associate OpportunityMillions of Americans live with mental illness- nearly one in five adults, and more than one in seven children and adolescents ages 6-17. If you are a current student in a behavioral health or healthcare program and are seeking meaningful, real-world experience in psychiatric care, we invite you to join our growing team.As an SBA, you will support the physical and emotional care of psychiatric patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role provides hands-on clinical experience that directly aligns with your academic studies and future career goals in behavioral health!What You Will Do:Support psychiatric daily routines and activities for daily livingObserve patient behaviors and document careAssist with de-escalation and crisis interventionHelp maintain a safe, structured and therapeutic environmentCollaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare teamWhere You Will Work:Western Psychiatric Hospital inpatient unitsAddress: 3811 O'Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213Our inpatient teams serve children and adults of all ages with a wide variety of mental health conditions.Your Schedule:This is a casual position- shifts are primarily weekends to accommodate class schedulesShifts include day, evening and night rotationsMust be available to rotate weekends and holidaysYear-around commitment required (extended holidays or summer-only availability cannot be accommodated)What We Provide:No prior experience required!You will be provided with comprehensive onboarding and trainingThis will include classroom training and unit shadowing within the first 4-6 weeks of employment to ensure you are set up for success!This is a paid position at the set rate of $19.00 per hour.Why Join Us?This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience directly aligned with your academic studies and career aspirations. If you're eager to make a real impact while growing professionally, we encourage you to apply today!Responsibilities:Patient Care & Assistance: Assists with physical care, clinical interventions & daily activities.Documentation & Communication: Document in medical records. Communicate with treatment team regarding patient observations & care.Safety & Crisis Management: Maintain a safe environment. Effectively manage crises using positive approaches.Team Participation & Environment Maintenance: Participate in interdisciplinary meetings. Ensure a safe & clean milieu.Professional Development: Stay up to date on technology, best practices and hospital compliance policies.Qualifications:Current full-time enrollment in an accredited school in healthcare related baccalaureate (Nursing and Psychology preferred). Other majors will be consideredCurrent full-time enrollment in a diploma, Associate, or Bachelor level nursing program.Must be available and agree to work weekends and holidays.Must be able to work overtime as required.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafterAct 33 Child Clearance with RenewalAct 34 Criminal Clearance with RenewalAct 73 FBI ClearanceCardiopulmonary ResuscitationComprehensive Crisis ManagementUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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pittsburgh, PA, 15201, US
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