Behavioral Health Associate 1 - Ft. Myers, FL - Behavioral Health Technician

Company: Park Royal Hospital
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

Behavioral Health Associate 1 (Full Time/ 7:00a.m. -7:30p.m.) - Ft. Myers, FLPark Royal Hospital is the leading treatment program for individuals suffering with mental health & substance abuse issues. Our expert staff restore hope and provide lasting recovery to adults in the great Fort Myers area, through holistic care and comprehensive inpatient & outpatient programs, including a separate inpatient program for senior adults. Our inpatient program also features specialized tracks for co-occurring disorders and chemical dependency. Our employees describe working at Park Royal Hospital as "being part of a family", "ability to make a real difference in a person's life", "warm and welcoming", "providing service to those in need". Our employees feel they make a difference in each patient they treat. Learn more at .
We currently have an opening for Full Time , Behavioral Health Associates to join our team of caring professionals.--
Hours are 7:00 - 7:30
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
Oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.--
May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.--
At Park Royal Hospital, we offer competitive compensation, benefits and regular opportunities for development and advancement.

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