About Laurel Heights HospitalLaurel Heights Hospital is a 112-bed facility located in Atlanta GA. It is dedicated to providing youth with compassionate mental health treatment that encourages self‑responsibility and personal growth. The hospital provides psychiatric treatment to children and adolescents who present with a broad range of psychiatric, behavioral disorders and autism, in a supportive and therapeutic environment.ResponsibilitiesPassionate about helping children with autismWork every other weekendProvide guidance and assistance to individuals in their personal hygiene and appearance in the areas of tooth brushing, bathing, toileting, haircare and selection of clothing and dressing appropriately for weather conditions.Be attentive to individuals' medical issues and alert supervisors and/or changes in individuals' health and/or problems relating to medication or medical equipment.Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a teamCarry out safety, meal preparation and cleaning procedures.Provide help getting out of bedAbility to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.)Ability to lift/carry up to 50 poundsMaintaining all patient health data and recordsMaintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu including crisis interventionGuide and assist individuals in learning activities of daily living skills (ADLs) both at home and in the community.Performing Q15 observation rounds while working within the ethical boundaries of the field.Work closely with education, recreation therapy, BCBA, RBTAssist the teacher in the classroom as an instructional aide.Must be able to pass a drug test within 24 hoursMust be able to work any units assigned by the manager based on the needs of the facility.BenefitsChallenging and rewarding work environmentCompetitive compensation & generous paid time offExcellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans401(k) with company match and discounted stock planSoFi student loan refinancing programCareer development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiariesQualificationsEducation: High school diploma/GED required. BA or BS degree in a related mental health field is preferred.Experience: Previous experience working with behavioral health patients, children, adolescents, and/or special needs population strongly preferred. One (1) year experience in a mental‑health setting also preferred.Licensure/Certification: Successful completion of CPR certification, age‑specific training, and current patient aggression management training within 90 days of employment.EEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity employers and fully support and commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.#J-18808-Ljbffr
