UNIT COORDINATOR - DAY - Universal Health Services : Job Details

Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center is a 149-bed Residential Psychiatric Facility servicing children and adolescents ages 5 to 17. The facility is located in beautiful South Florida, nestled beside Jonathan Dickinson State Park and just minutes away from the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Sandy Pines is seeking a dynamic and talented Day Shift Unit Coordinator/Mental Health Tech Supervisor. The MHT Unit Coordinator will be responsible for management of the milieu of the units assigned and supervising the Mental Health Technicians on their assigned unit. They will also assist the Charge Nurse in organizing and monitoring all aspects of resident care, and will represent the Mental Health Technicians in committee meetings.

Key responsibilities include: Carries out medical and physical care support services, i.e., takes and accurately charts T.P.R., intake and output sheets, acuity sheets, weights, specimens properly labeled and provides assistance with daily living needs. Checks Vital Signs Board daily to ensure weights are done and reports any height deficiencies to RN. Ensures vital signs, urine specimens are done immediately upon admission. Sets appropriate and therapeutic redirection and limits of resident's behavior, timeouts, seclusion/restraints with minimal assistance from the Registered Nurse. Monitors that residents on assignment time are completing assignments. Assists with planning outings with C.T. and R.N. Assists in or provides transportation of residents to activities and assists with scheduled diagnostic tests as requested.

Qualifications requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent and three to five years' experience working with children or adolescents required, or A.A. degree and one year experience. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Previous psych experience preferred. Current CPR Certification (training provided). Detail oriented and ability to successfully multi task in a fast pace environment. Strong communication skills. Excellent customer service and organization skills. Highly effective listening skills.

This opportunity provides the following: Challenging and rewarding work environment Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401k plan with company match Generous Paid Time Off Total rewards include: Diverse programming to expand your experience HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Pet Insurance More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com