Mental Health Specialist

Sunrise Canyon Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital is in search of compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Specialists.

Mental Health Specialists (MHS) provide direct nursing assistance to persons admitted to Sunrise Canyon Hospital. MHS staff work as members of the interdisciplinary team and are responsible for

• communicating changes with team members,
• providing pre-crisis and crisis intervention and management,
• assisting in therapeutic groups and activities,
• assisting with discharge arrangements,
• documenting in the medical record according to Hospital Policies and Procedures,
• completing required documentation,
• verbally communicating pertinent information to other trainers, nurses, supervisor, etc.,
• assisting supervisor and other staff with special assignments and/or projects as needed.

Full Time

Schedule:

Day shifts 8am – 8pm;

Night shifts – 8pm – 8am; (Shifts noted below)

• Sunday – Tuesday plus every other Wednesday or
• Thursday – Saturday plus every other Wednesday

Part-time (PRN) opportunities are also available.

• company-paid medical coverage
• fully funded employer contribution to HSA
• company-paid life insurance
• company-paid hospital indemnity plan
• retirement plan with up to 12% employer match
• front loaded paid time off (PTO)
• sabbatical leave
• longevity augmentations
• employee referral augmentations
• premium holiday pay

Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) with one year of related experience, preferred.
• Certified Nurse’s Aide is preferred.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, be compassionate, and have adesire to help people who are struggling with mental illness.
• Must be able to attend required training and work assigned schedule.
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, copier, fax, etc.,) and personal computer with Microsoft Office products is required.
• Candidate must have a valid Texas driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and insurability under Agency insurance.
• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions :

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job . The work ing conditions described below are representative of that which an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job . Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work :
Involves frequently e xerting 25 to 50 pounds at a time and occasionally exerting 50 to 100 pounds.

Physical Requirements

Definition

Frequency

Stationary Position

Refers to the ability to remain in a stationary posture for extended periods of time, which may include sitting or standing at a designated workstation. Tasks may be performed primarily in one location with limited physical movement throughout the workday.

Moderately 25% – 50%

Mobility and Physical Interaction

Refers to the ability to move about the workspace, including changing body position (e.g., standing, sitting, bending, reaching , twisting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, etc. ), and to lift, carry, place, push, pull, or reposition objects or materials as needed. It also involves the ability to ascend or descend within the work environment (e.g., stairs, ladders, platforms , etc. ).

Frequently >50%

Visual Acuity and Color Recognition

Refers to the ability to read printed and digital materials, observe details, and identify and distinguish colors accurately. These abilities are essential for tasks involving inspection, monitoring , or handling color-coded items or materials.

Frequently >50%

Communication and Exchange Information

Refers to the ability to communicate effectively in English, including…