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/ Day Shifts
* 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.
