Location: UCMC- 6 Ridgeway Department: Psychiatry Hours: Part-Time, 24 Hours/Week Shift: First Shift Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker, Part-Time, First Shift 7A-330P, Psychiatry- 6 Ridgeway UC Health is hiring a part-time Psychologist Therapeutic Program Worker for the Psychiatry department for the 12 hour PM shifts at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker will support the University of Cincinnati Medical Center's Emergency Mental Health Services department and Greater Cincinnati's only Level I Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs. The major focus will be on the Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW), in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, is responsible for maintaining a therapeutic milieu and a safe environment for all psychiatric patients on the unit. As a member of the patient care team, the TPW performs selected duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse, to ensure quality patient care. About University of Cincinnati Medical Center As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati. Unit Details

• In 2022, Newsweek magazine recognized UC Medical Center among a listing of the World's Best Hospitals for the world-class clinical care provided to the Greater Cincinnati Region and beyond.
• UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs-our physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments.

Qualifications for Internal Candidates

• Education:
  • High school diploma or GED, required.
• License and Certification:
  • STNA certification preferred or college-level coursework in nursing/psychiatry/social work.
• Years of Experience:
  • Six months direct patient care experience in psychiatric setting or equivalent college-level coursework in nursing/psychology/social work (required). Specialized training in phlebotomy, vitals signs, and assistance with activities of daily living experience (preferred).
• Required Skills and Knowledge:
  • Must be able to demonstrate full range of motion in reaching, bending and stooping. An understanding of psychiatric diagnosis and mental retardation/developmental disabilities is desired. Must have excellent communication skills; sensitivity to the needs of patients/families; and the ability to maintain a safe environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.