Mental Health Worker - Behavioral Health Emergency Department - Augusta Health : Job Details

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services provides direct patient care services to patients with psychiatric disorders in the emergency room setting. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Emergency Room. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services is expected to be able to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent BLS within 30 days of hire De-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree in mental health preferred Healthcare and/or Human Services experience preferred Skills: Must be able to participate in crisis intervention techniqu...Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Health, Behavioral, Worker, Mental, Healthcare