Mental Health Specialist - Substance Use Disorder

Assist the RN in providing direct patient care at Proctor House, focusing on substance use disorder and detoxification. Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, maintain professional boundaries, and utilize non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate crisis situations. Manage complex patient situations by promoting least restrictive alternatives, communicating status changes, and performing point-of-care testing. Supervise recreation and off-hall activities, assist with activities of daily living, and ensure patient safety during escorts. Document accurate progress notes, monitor unit environment for safety and cleanliness, and initiate activities to promote an organized patient environment. Maintain competency for age-specific populations, complete mandatory in-service requirements, and participate in critical incident debriefing.