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Mental Health Specialist - Nursing Call-in Pool - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Ewa Beach, Hawaii |
About this job
Aloha and welcome to Kahi Mohala's Career Page.
To begin, we want to inform you of our application process which we call "On Boarding." The Onboarding begins with your on-line application for employment. If you meet the qualifications for the position, the department manager will notify you of a scheduled interview through your email address or by telephone.
Located on 14.5 park-like acres, Kahi Mohala's 88-bed facility is Hawaii's only private, freestanding psychiatric hospital. Kahi Mohala provides comprehensive behavioral health services for adults, adolescents and children experiencing problems with psychiatric disorders, anxiety, depression, eating disorders. The buildings and grounds offer a complete residential environment with an emphasis on patient safety and security.
The Mental Health Specialist may be assigned to transport patients on outings and/or appointments in the community. During this assignment, the driver is responsible for insuring safe transportation in the hospital vehicle and ensures a safe, supportive environment for the patient. The driver is also responsible for communicating to the clinical staff all relevant, pertinent information regarding the patient's mood, conversations, actions, etc. during transport.
Traffic violations and/or parking tickets must be immediately reported to the Hospital Operator upon return of the Company Vehicle's keys. Performs other duties as required.
EDUCATION:
High school graduate or equivalent required. Certified Nurses Aide and/or six (6) months inpatient/outpatient experience required. Bachelor's degree in behavioral science preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience working directly with mentally ill patients in a clinical setting required, ideally in an acute psychiatric hospital is preferred. Additional specialized training or education in a relevant field such as child development or counseling may be accepted.
KNOWLEDGE:
Thorough understanding of emotional and behavioral problems preferred.
SPECIAL SKILLS/EQUIPMENT:
Must be familiar with the functions of hospitals, psychiatric facilities, mental health centers. Must have demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of a team, i.e., interaction and vigilant supervision
of patients in the program activity area. Accurately obtains vital signs utilizing stethoscope, sphygmomanometer and thermometer. Valid driver's license is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must meet basic health requirements of Kahi Mohala's physical examination including TB skin test or chest x-ray. Must obtain and maintain certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute). Frequent walking between units; bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing and ability to lift 50 lbs.
To begin, we want to inform you of our application process which we call "On Boarding." The Onboarding begins with your on-line application for employment. If you meet the qualifications for the position, the department manager will notify you of a scheduled interview through your email address or by telephone.
Located on 14.5 park-like acres, Kahi Mohala's 88-bed facility is Hawaii's only private, freestanding psychiatric hospital. Kahi Mohala provides comprehensive behavioral health services for adults, adolescents and children experiencing problems with psychiatric disorders, anxiety, depression, eating disorders. The buildings and grounds offer a complete residential environment with an emphasis on patient safety and security.
The Mental Health Specialist may be assigned to transport patients on outings and/or appointments in the community. During this assignment, the driver is responsible for insuring safe transportation in the hospital vehicle and ensures a safe, supportive environment for the patient. The driver is also responsible for communicating to the clinical staff all relevant, pertinent information regarding the patient's mood, conversations, actions, etc. during transport.
Traffic violations and/or parking tickets must be immediately reported to the Hospital Operator upon return of the Company Vehicle's keys. Performs other duties as required.
EDUCATION:
High school graduate or equivalent required. Certified Nurses Aide and/or six (6) months inpatient/outpatient experience required. Bachelor's degree in behavioral science preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience working directly with mentally ill patients in a clinical setting required, ideally in an acute psychiatric hospital is preferred. Additional specialized training or education in a relevant field such as child development or counseling may be accepted.
KNOWLEDGE:
Thorough understanding of emotional and behavioral problems preferred.
SPECIAL SKILLS/EQUIPMENT:
Must be familiar with the functions of hospitals, psychiatric facilities, mental health centers. Must have demonstrated ability to function as an effective member of a team, i.e., interaction and vigilant supervision
of patients in the program activity area. Accurately obtains vital signs utilizing stethoscope, sphygmomanometer and thermometer. Valid driver's license is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must meet basic health requirements of Kahi Mohala's physical examination including TB skin test or chest x-ray. Must obtain and maintain certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute). Frequent walking between units; bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing and ability to lift 50 lbs.