• Position: Mental Health Associate I
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Self schedule from Sunday to Saturday, rotating weekends and holidays 7:00am - 3:30pm an3pm-11:30pm
• Required Travel: No

What you will need:

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology or a related field.
• Internship or previous experience in dealing with psychiatric patients.
• Current CPR certification with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

The Mental Health Counselor provides patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and assists in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu.

RESPONSIBILITIES

*Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the hospital.

Provides direct, individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu. Enhances own professional growth and development. Reads, discusses and evaluates current research. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing/hospital policies and procedures. Demonstrates cost containment in the position of patient care.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

PATIENT CARE/AGE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Variable: adolescent, young adult, adult, older adult and geriatric needs are all assessed.
• Knowledge of treatment for substance is also helpful

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

• Participate in unit based committees and meetings in formulating unit goals.
• Assists in interviewing applicants.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS

Nursing, Respiratory, Radiology, Laboratory, Central Transport, Pastoral Care, Admitting, Food Services, Volunteers, Human Resources, Information Systems, Salespersons

ENVIRONMENT

Standing, walking, bending, lifting patients, pushing

Restraining of aggressive patients

Exposure to communicable disease

Risk of injury by violent patients

Computer entry

Potential exposure to airborne diseases is the same as for any individual working in a hospital environment that is dependent on a ceiling ventilation system for in-flow and out-flow of air.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and the specific functions of the individual occupying this position.