To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

A member of the psychiatric staff who is responsible for the care of assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed clinician. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. Assists the clinician with the care of patients.
• 1.1 Assists in obtaining, preparation and serving of snacks/lunch on a daily basis under the direction of a supervisor.
• 2. Coordinates transportation of patients.
• 2.1 Rides on the van providing assistance to patients to and from programs and/or to outside appointments.
• 3. Acts as liaison between REACH program and schools, outside agencies/clinicians and families.
• 3.1 Makes contact with schools on a daily basis for timely pickups and attendance information.
• 4. Acts as patient advocate.
• 4.1 Assists patients in completion of admission forms within REACH or for other agencies.
• 5. Assists in milieu management.
• 5.1 Participates in de-escalation management of patient.
• 6. Provides clerical duties as needed.
• 6.1 Assembles and breaks down charts.
• 7. Maintains up to date knowledge or skills to care for patients in varying age groups.
• 7.1 Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for geriatric, adult, young adult or pediatric patients and families.
• 8. Performs other related duties as needed and/or directed.
• 8.1 Willingly assists other members of the health care team as directed as observed by supervisor.
• 9. Is knowledgeable in the policy and procedures of seclusions for the Child Program. Provides coverage to other departments as needed.
• 9.1 Meets yearly competencies for application of seclusion protocol.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in a related field (e.g. psychology, biology, cognitive science, public health, social work, education) is preferred. High School Diploma is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Any experience in healthcare is preferred with a Bachelor's degree. 2 years' experience in healthcare is required with an Associate's degree. 5 years' experience in healthcare is required with a high school diploma.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Ability to apply principles of comprehensive, patient-centered, developmentally appropriate, socially/culturally/psychologically sensitive care coordination services
• Interest in serving the community through helping all patients access care
• Ability to learn to understand what resources will best serve which patients
• Outstanding verbal (oral and written) and non-verbal communication skills that reflect professional, appropriate, effective, and tactful approaches to interacting with patients, family members, department staff, non-department staff, and staff at community resources
• Excellent discretion and professionalism regarding sensitive and private issues
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• High level of self-motivation and desire to problem solve
• Desire to learn and grow both personally and professionally

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This is a full-time position with commensurate benefits. For more information about Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and Greenwich Hospital, go to or go to for this position.