Philadelphia, PA, US
3 days ago
Behavioral Health Aide
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Behavioral Health Aide ID 2024-18881 Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia Category Behavioral/Mental Health Position Type Regular Part-time Shift / Schedule Weekday Day Location ID 90725 Experience & Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in Mental Health preferred.Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirement.Hands on Training CPR Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

 

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

 

YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.

Responsibilities

Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Psychiatric Technician with YesCare at our location at Riverside Correctional Facility, 8151 State Road.

Day shift 7a-3:30p Shift; Part-time (16 hours per week); Every other weekend.Provision of life skills training to groups or individual patients as assigned. Groups to be offered may include personal hygiene, money management and community transition.Measures vital signs, perform routine nursing procedures, such as collecting laboratory specimens and records information in patients’ charts.Provision of special interest groups as assigned to stimulate patient interaction and involvement. Groups to be offered may include sports, current events, music, travel.Provision of craft activities to individual patients or groups as assigned.Provision of recreational activities to individual patients or groups as assigned. Recreational activities to include bingo, board games, tournaments, sports games, exercise periods.Engagement in active treatment programming.Provision of daily documentation of type of services provided and number of patients participating.Monitor patients during scheduled and free time activities to minimize episodes of out-of-control behavior.Interact with patients in socially appropriate manner to include involvement in activities or games.Participation in unit treatment team planning.Documentation of critical incidents and treatment progress in patient's medical record.Participation in unit morning report.Participation in monthly unit staff meetings.Provide support to therapist.Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Other duties as assigned by management.

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About YesCare Health

Correctional healthcare is not just a job, it’s a calling!

As the correctional healthcare pioneer and leader for 40 years, YesCare provides client partners with high quality healthcare and reentry services that will improve the health and safety of our patients, break the cycle of recidivism and better the communities where we live and work. 

 

Benefits for Part Time

Generous PTO plan 401k with matching funds Employee Discount and Rewards Program Tuition Assistance Referral Bonuses – Refer a friend and get paid!  Advancement Opportunities  Competitive Wages Performance Incentive 

  

Our Vision  

YesCare leads the industry by providing comprehensive healthcare and reentry services that improve the communities where we live and work.  

 

Our Mission  

YesCare embraces a recovery model of care. This means identifying and treating underlying conditions to support healthier and safer living while incarcerated and a better quality of life in our communities. In partnership with our clients, we deliver   
solution-oriented care.  

 

Our Values  

Safety. We put safety first through preparation and prevention.  Motivation. We are driven by the desire to improve outcomes.   Accountability. We set high standards and hold our people to them.  Respect. We embrace our differences as we work toward common goals.  Teamwork. We achieve more together.  Evaluation. We use data to constantly monitor results.  Readjustment. We refine our practices to consistently achieve better outcomes. 

 

Apply today at: Careers.yescarecorp.com 

 

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