MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST 1
Req #: | 166807 |
Department: | HMC 5MB PSYCH ICU |
Job Location: | Harborview Medical Center |
Posting Date: | 05/06/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | $16.72 to $22.15 per hour |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | First Shift |
Harborview Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time, temporary/hourly, MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST 1. Under the supervision of a RN, the Mental Health Specialist utilizes a variety of clinical/psycho-therapeutic skills to contribute to bio-psycho-social patient assessment, and to collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members in planning, implementing and documenting care from admission to discharge for psychiatric patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Additionally, the MHS participates in unit and departmental activities to promote delivery of quality patient care, effective problem solving and communication, and continued clinical development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS:
Associate of Arts Degree; AND two years of experience in a mental health setting. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT:
Eligible to obtain a valid Affiliated Agency Counselor Registration with the State of Washington and valid Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR) in the state of Washington prior to the start of employment.
DESIRED:
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, your experiences, perspectives and unique identities will be honored at the University of Washington. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.