Mental Health Associate I - LOH IP Adult

at NorthShore University Health System in Naperville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Highlights:
*Position: Mental Health Associate I
*Location: Naperville
*Full Time/Part Time: Full Time/ NOC (Overnight) Shift
*Hours: 40 Hours/Week

The Mental Health Associate provides direct patient care to patients with behavioral health disorders.Participates in treatment planning and implementation. Facilitates groups within assigned treatment programs. Documents according to department/organization procedures. Ensures the safety and well-being of these patients by maintaining a safe milieu.

What you will need:
*A Bachelor's Degree or higher in a Behavioral Health related field, no previous experience orA Bachelor's Degree or higher in a non-Behavioral Health related field, a minimum of one year of behavioral health experience
*Maintain information as highly confidential
*Ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision

Experience Preferred:
*Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology
*Skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living.
*Prior experience with therapeutic limit-setting and milieu management

Education and/or Experience Required:
*A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
*CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
*Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
*Community Involvement Opportunities

Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include:
*Medical, dental, and vision
*401K
*Tuition reimbursement
*Paid time off
*Plus many other Employee Perks

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.