Assists patients or provides complete care including bathing, dressing, grooming, hydration and nutrition, and care of personal space and belongings.
Performs clinical measurements including Vital Signs, Intake and Output and documents findings.
Ensures comfort and safety in the environment for individual patients, families, self and coworkers through good body mechanics when assisting patients with mobility and transportation, proper use of equipment, following policy for restraints and seclusion, and use of monitoring techniques.
Makes frequent rounds observing patients to anticipate possible patient needs.
Plans, initiates, and assists patients with unstructured activities to address leisure time needs and encourages patient participation in all activities.
Reports patient or unit problems to the appropriate RN or Mental Health Tech.
Assists with ECT treatments according to procedure including obtaining, set up and cleaning of equipment; providing support and assistance to physicians and nurses; transporting patients; and monitoring patient oral intake post ECT recovery.
Follows procedures in caring for the potentially violent patient and the patient in danger of hurting him/herself or others including monitoring all levels of observation, assisting with the initiation of seclusion and application of restraints, and caring for restrained and secluded patients.
Escorts patients away from the hospital campus and works closely with the interdisciplinary staff in the planning of transfers.
Performs duties such as errands, covering telephones, and other limited tasks on the units.
Performs assigned housekeeping duties.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Will perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
Minimum Required:
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:
College courses leading to a degree in a mental health related field or Nursing
Previous education in a Nursing Assistant program
Previous work experience in a health care environment
License/Certification
Preferred:
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Why You'll Love Working at UHS
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Position Overview
UHS Binghamton General Hospital is hiring a Mental Health Assistant to support individuals with mental health needs by providing compassionate, patient‑centered care.
Schedule: Part Time, 24 hours weekly, Night Shift
In this role, the Mental Health Assistant ensures individuals with mental health conditions receive appropriate care and treatment, collaborating with Mental Health Technicians, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, Rehabilitation staff, and Physicians. Provides services across inpatient and outpatient mental health settings in accordance with provider and nursing orders. Serves patients, their families and significant others, and supports Registered Nurses and interdisciplinary team members within mental health services.
At UHS, we believe that every connection matters-from the way we support our patients in critical moments to how we empower our teams to grow and succeed. If you're ready to contribute to strategic planning, drive departmental goals, and lead with empathy in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to make a meaningful impact where every connection truly counts.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Krembs 3 Psychiatric, UHS Binghamton General Hospital
Primary Work Shift:
Night
Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Compensation Range:
$19.37 - $28.09 per hour, depending on experience
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