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Millions of Americans live with mental illness- nearly one in five adults. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on their lives? Do you have a passion for breaking down the stigma and misconceptions surrounding mental health?

For over 70 years, UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital (WPH) has been a national leader in treating mental health and addiction disorders across all ages. IN partnership with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry, we are proud to be one of the nation's premier academic-based psychiatric care facilities, dedicated to providing cutting-edge training and support to healthcare professionals.

We are looking for motivated and compassionate Student Behavioral Associates (SBA) to join our inpatient units on a casual basis. In this hands-on role, you'll work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to provide vital medical and psychiatric care to patients. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience directly aligned with your academic studies and career aspirations. If you're eager to make a real impact while growing professionally, we encourage you to apply today!

Position Specifics:

+ **Work Schedule** : Casual position, primarily weekend shifts: day/evening/night weekends

+ Will include rotating holidays.

+ We are unable to work around extended holiday and summer breaks.

+ **Location** : UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital (3811 O’Hara Street, 15213)

+ **Pay Rate:** $18.00 (Set Rate)

Responsibilities:

+ Patient Care & Assistance:

+ Assists with physical care, clinical interventions & daily activities.

+ Documentation & Communication:

+ Document in medical records.

+ Communicate with treatment team regarding patient observations & care.

+ Safety & Crisis Management:

+ Maintain a safe environment.

+ Effectively manage crises using positive approaches.

+ Team Participation & Environment Maintenance:

+ Participate in interdisciplinary meetings.

+ Ensure a safe & clean milieu.

+ Professional Development:

+ Stay up to date on technology, best practices and hospital compliance policies.

+ Current full-time enrollment in an accredited school in healthcare related baccalaureate (Nursing and Psychology preferred). _Other majors will be considered_

-OR-

+ Current full-time enrollment in a diploma, Associate, or Bachelor level nursing program.

+ Must be available and agree to work weekends and holidays.

+ Must be able to work overtime as required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter

+ Act 33 Child Clearance with Renewal

+ Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance

+ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

+ Comprehensive Crisis Management

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran