Advanced Psychoeducational Specialist- Clermont Hospital

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• Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Advanced Psychoeducation Specialist provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH). May provide clinical and administrative supervision. Essential Job Functions Facilitates groups. Provides Individual activities tailored to specific needs of patients (within scope). May participate in family meetings and treatment team meetings. Discharge planning in collaboration with Social Worker team Community resource knowledge and coordination of activities; particularly in the area of specialized activities such as pet therapy, nutrition, yoga.
• Completes leisure assessments
• Care planning
• May provide one-on-one (1:1) patient safety companion service as needed. May provide 15-minute patient checks as assigned. Assists with the onboarding of new and/or entry level Psychoeducational Specialists May take on more complex tasks and/or projects as needed Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Must be licensed, certified, or registered as appropriate by state and national licensing boards in one of the following: Care Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (CTRS) Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) Provisional Registered Art Therapist (ATR-P) Therapy Credentialed Supervisor (ATCS) Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (BC-DMT) Occupational Therapist Licensed (OTR/L) Education Masters, Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, or Expressive Therapy (Music, Dance/Movement), Counseling, or Human Services (required) Work Experience 1 year of experience in healthcare, social or human services setting (required) Training None Language None Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel. General office environment. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
• May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. May have periods of constant interruptions. Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Prolonged periods of working alone.
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Physical Demands Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) x Stoop, Kneel x Crawling x Climbing x Balance x Bending x Work Position Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Sitting x Walking x Standing x Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Physical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near Hazards Depth perception Use of Latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Skills De-escalation physical interventions debriefing Motivational interviewing Patient Centered care Care planning performing safety checks and constant observer working within an interdisciplinary team Collaboration with community organizations Technology proficiency Documentation, participation in psychoeducation specialist across the ministry CPI Instructor Virtual Interaction Providing facility/ministry community wide presentations focused on BH and Stigma Participation in enterprise wide workgroups Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Behavioral Health Geriatric Psych - Clermont It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.