Therapeutic Assistant I

Job Description Summary

The Therapeutic Assistant on the 2N Youth Psych Unit reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direction of a registered nurse the Therapeutic Assistant is responsible for providing patient care as directed by the multi- disciplinary treatment plan and the daily assignment sheet. The Therapeutic Assistant assists with patient admission on discharge processes, monitors and promotes the safety of the therapeutic environment, assure that patient’s activities of daily living are maintained, and supports the therapeutic program.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000757 CHS - Psych - Youth IP (IOP)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

The Therapeutic Assistant on the 2N Youth Psych Unit reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the direction of a registered nurse the Therapeutic Assistant is responsible for providing patient care as directed by the multi- disciplinary treatment plan and the daily assignment sheet. The Therapeutic Assistant assists with patient admission on discharge processes, monitors and promotes the safety of the therapeutic environment, assure that patient’s activities of daily living are maintained, and supports the therapeutic program.

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science or related field which provides guidelines for determination of significant aspects of human behavior required. Experience in therapeutic programs in the field of mental health or retardation is preferred. Computer Literacy.

Certified in BLS and Safety Care within the first 6 months of employment and annually thereafter for Safety Care & biannually for BLS.

Additional Job Description

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Behavioral health or a related healthcare experience preferred. Certification in Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required Certification in de-escalation training within the orientation period for employment and annually thereafter and biannually for BLS.

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