**Part-time, Days**

**20 hrs/week**

**General Summary**

Works collaboratively with the Charge Nurse and Lead PA to facilitate a stable milieu and smooth operation of the unit; ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff; and provides therapeutic interventions in accordance with patient treatment plans and hospital policies. Teaches techniques in de-escalation and crisis management to staff. Helps to prepare patients for discharge.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

**Essential Functions:**

+ Collaborates with the Lead PA to organize unit tasks and make staff assignments.
+ Directs Psychiatric Assistants to complete unit tasks assigned.
+ Assists RN and Lead PA in processing and debriefing unusual events and behavioral crises with staff.
+ Assists in developing individual treatment plans for clients.
+ Assists in developing a Performance Improvement plan for problem areas.
+ Maintains client level of supervision and pr...