Dr. Zinger

Dr. Zinger I am a Teaching Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of California

RA OPENING (for Spanish speakers)!  The UCI Center on Stress & Health, directed by Drs. Zeev Kain and Michelle Fortier i...
09/10/2026

RA OPENING (for Spanish speakers)! The UCI Center on Stress & Health, directed by Drs. Zeev Kain and Michelle Fortier is looking for students interested in gaining patient-oriented research experience at Rady Children’s Hospital of Orange County. The overall focus of their research program is community-engaged research approaches to address healthcare disparities in underserved populations with a particular focus on child and family quality of life, pain, anxiety, and engagement in healthcare. Eligible students may have the opportunity to recruit children and families in a variety of healthcare settings, including oncology, surgery, and the emergency department. Research experiences may involve patient and family recruitment, data collection and management, study coordination, and they encourage students to develop independent research projects through UROP. Students can enroll in 199 courses at UCI for research credit, with options for 199 units in Social Ecology, Biology, Public Health, or Nursing. Given their patient population, they are in need of students who are fluent in Spanish and because of their physical location at the children’s hospital, students will need to be on site for some of their research hours.

Please contact Dr. Michelle Fortier at [email protected] for questions, more information, and/or if you are interested in working with them . You may also visit their center website for more information: https://centeronstressandhealth.medschool.uci.edu/

👀 When do people feel invisible? New research suggests it depends on more than just who you are. Feeling overlooked or i...
09/09/2026

👀 When do people feel invisible? New research suggests it depends on more than just who you are. Feeling overlooked or ignored can shift depending on who you’re interacting with and what that person is focused on at the time.

Across five studies with more than 3,500 participants, researchers examined how race, gender, and social goals shaped feelings of invisibility. They found that people’s experiences changed depending on the combination of their own identity, the identity of the other person, and whether that person was focused on goals such as finding a romantic partner or protecting their safety.

The broader takeaway? Invisibility isn’t fixed. Sometimes feeling unseen may tell us as much about another person’s goals and priorities as it does about the person being overlooked.

Read more here: https://spsp.org/news/character-and-context-blog/lam-neel-when-do-you-feel-invisible?_zs=EM7eX&_zl=TcN75

JOB OPENING!  Staff Research Associate at UCLA / Los Angeles CAThe Cognition Affect and Neurodevelopment in Youth Lab at...
09/09/2026

JOB OPENING! Staff Research Associate at UCLA / Los Angeles CA

The Cognition Affect and Neurodevelopment in Youth Lab at UCLA is seeking a self-motivated, reliable, organized, and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Staff Research Associate to collect neuroimaging and biospecimen (saliva, blood) data of healthy young adults undergoing immune and social threat challenges under the supervision of Dr. Tiffany Ho. Dr. Ho’s research examines how experiences of stress impact inflammatory signaling and brain metabolism and morphometry in youth and young adults with depression. The lab leverages multimodal MRI-based approaches, blood-based immune markers, passive sensing data via smartphone apps and wearables, computerized cognitive tasks, and behavioral methods to address these questions and provides a rich training environment for aspiring affective neuroscientists, developmental scientists, and clinical psychologists.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or master's degree in Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Psychology, or a related field; familiarity with coding in a programming language (e.g., MATLAB, Python, bash, R, etc); a background in neuroimaging methods; strong interpersonal and analytic skills; and have access to reliable transportation in the Los Angeles area. This position is 100% in-person and requires the ability to work on evenings and weekends in order to accommodate patients and their families. Anticipated start date is January 15, 2026 but in-person background checks will require relocating to Los Angeles around January 1st.

Please e-mail [email protected] by December 5, 2026 with CV (named XX_YYYY_CRC2027 where XX refers to surname and YYYY refers to the year you have graduated from college) and cover letter, with the subject heading "CANDY Lab BBB Coordinator" if you are interested in joining.

It's Walk-a-Mile Wednesday!  Come join me and some of your fellow Anteaters for a loop around campus tonight - we meet a...
09/09/2026

It's Walk-a-Mile Wednesday! Come join me and some of your fellow Anteaters for a loop around campus tonight - we meet at 8pm on Ring Road in front of DBH, and all are welcome. It should cool down a little bit by 8pm tonight - but it will still be a bit warm, so make sure you bring some water and stay hydrated!

GRAD SCHOOL INFO SESSION!  UC Berkeley School Psychology Ph.D. Program will be hosting an information session to provide...
09/08/2026

GRAD SCHOOL INFO SESSION! UC Berkeley School Psychology Ph.D. Program will be hosting an information session to provide students with an in-depth understanding of their program on
September 24th, from 4:30 pm-5:30 pm PDT/ 7:30 pm-8:30 pm EDT. You can register for this info session here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczERXgUjtvficxZuAUyLw3i7J0s1GEN14M_OkGaodif0_nNQ/viewform . The registration link is also accessible through the “How to Apply” section on their
program’s website: https://bse.berkeley.edu/professional-programs/school-psychology

If you require an accommodation for effective communication (ASL interpreting/CART captioning, alternative media formats, etc.) to fully participate in this event, please contact Ekene Azuka at
[email protected] with as much advance notice as possible and at least 7-10 days in advance of the event.

JOB OPENINGS (PhD required)!  The Psychology Department at Stonehill College is inviting applications for the following ...
09/08/2026

JOB OPENINGS (PhD required)! The Psychology Department at Stonehill College is inviting applications for the following positions:

Tenure Track Assistant Professor- Clinical Psychology. Although the area of specialty is open, they are particularly interested in applicants focused on child psychology or forensic psychology. Strong candidates will be able to easily engage in active research with undergraduate students. Responsibilities may include teaching Introduction to Psychology as well as clinical courses such as Introduction to Psychopathology, clinical psychology, or courses in the applicant’s area of specialty https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stonehill/jobs/5459917/assistant-professor-of-psychology-tenure-track?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Please email inquiries regarding the clinical position to Lillian Reuman, Chair of the Search Committee, at [email protected].

Professor of Practice- Developmental Psychology. At Stonehill College, a Professor of Practice is a person who devotes their time to teaching and is eligible for advancement and promotion. This is a full-time position with a course load of 8 classes per academic year (i.e., 4 per semester) and may include Introduction to Psychology, lifespan development, child development, and potentially courses in the candidate’s area of specialty. https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/stonehill/jobs/5459954/professor-of-practice-in-psychology?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Please email inquiries regarding the developmental position to Chris Poirier, Chair of the Search Committee, at [email protected].

This department is a great fit for someone interested in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. Their students are awesome; kind, respectful, passionate. The department of 11 full-time faculty is very supportive of the candidates developing core or upper-level classes within their specialty. Their department prides itself on supporting each other and a quality work-life balance for all. Our college is located on a beautiful campus in Easton, MA (just 22 miles from downtown Boston).

Applications for both positions should be submitted by October 2nd, 2026.

JOB OPENING!  Clinical Care Coordinator and DBT Skills Trainer at Portland DBT Institute in Portland, OR.  Location: Por...
09/05/2026

JOB OPENING! Clinical Care Coordinator and DBT Skills Trainer at Portland DBT Institute in Portland, OR. Location: Portland DBT Institute / remote but must be in Oregon. Deadline to Apply: Monday October 12, 2026

PDBTI is currently hiring a Clinic Care Coordinator and DBT Skills Trainer to work across its IOPs and across PDBTI teams: clinical, research, and administrative. About Us: Portland DBT Institute (PDBTI) is located in the heart of Portland, Oregon. We are a free-standing, outpatient mostly virtual (telehealth) clinic and training institute that serves both public and private sectors throughout all of Oregon and Washington states. We are an interdisciplinary team that places high value on ongoing professional development, providing quality service to clients of all backgrounds, and creating a supportive and equalitarian environment in which to work. We offer comprehensive outpatient DBT and DBT Intensive Outpatient Treatments (IOP) for multi-diagnostic adults including those with eating disorders, adults who are acutely suicidal or recovering from an acute su***de episodeswell as teens and families IOP services . In addition to a wide range of clinical services, PDBTI provides training, consultation, and supervision in DBT regionally and throughout the United States. A robust in-house training programis available to all PDBTI staff to further enhance mastery of DBT and CBT. The Clinic Care Coordinator will have the opportunity to work closely with DBT experts, Linda Dimeff, PhD (Institute Director) and Andrew White, PhD, ABPP (Associate Director), in conducting and presenting DBT research. They will also have the opportunity to assist in operations and quality improvement efforts for one of the largest free-standing DBT clinics in the world. Job Description: This position is ideal for highly motivated, academically outstanding, graduate school-bound post-baccalaureates because of the wide range of opportunities it affords: treatment development, skills training, direct client contact - from intake and skills training through program evaluation. You will be working with highly seasoned clinicians and administrators who care deeply about improving the lives of people who are suffering from behavioral health problems, and are fully committed to science and DBT fidelity.

Tasks performed by the Clinic Care Coordinator and DBT Skills Trainer will include a wide range of service activities across three primary domains: Clinical, Research, and Operations. Clinical activities include: leading and/or co-leading DBT skills training group, meeting with patients to practice skills and help identify helpful community resources, aid in discharge coordination. You will learn DBT skills and know how to teach them. Research activities may include: conducting patient interviews as part of PDBTI’s program evaluation effort; and analyzing and presenting program evaluation data. Individuals will have opportunities to serve as a co-author on presentations of data and publications from data associated with outcomes from our clinic. Operations focused activities will include an active role in planning and coordinating all administrative and clinical tasks associated with our services, from co-developing and implementing patient flow procedures, conducting initial eligibility screenings and insurance authorizations, assignment of patients to service delivery, ensuring that all patients are assessed for on time and thorough completion of assessments. The ideal candidate has exceptional interpersonal skills, naturally warm, exudes kindness, compassion, has an easy manner, and is not afraid to lead. They are ambitious, highly motivated, tech-savvy, efficient problem-solver, accustomed to working hard, exceptionally organized and detail oriented. They love science, DBT, and envision a career in the sciences. Additional, ideal qualities include: exceptional project management, a strong writer, excellent communicator, and a fan of details. Other responsibilities may include: Conducting literature searches and extracting key content; Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clinician and patient research participants Aid in data cleaning, data analyses, and writing up research findings. Developing study materials and protocols; Creating and maintaining databases; Assisting Associate Director, IOP Director and Clinical Operations Director with developing and implementing materials across clinical programs Essential Qualifications: Friendly, personable, and approachable Excellent communication skills, in person, writing, and via email; Highly detail oriented, organized and thorough; Comfortable making phone calls Tech savvy; not intimidated by learning new technology; Active problem-solver and independent worker; Background, or interest, in health or mental health Effective in an unstructured environment; a self-starter who doesn’t require supervision and oversight; Able to juggle many balls (metaphorically, of course) at one time Enthusiastic team-member who thrives in tight-knit environment

Must reside in Oregon.

Salary. Salary begins at an annualized full-time salary of $47,000; Year 2, $52,000; Year 3, $56,000. Position is full-time, remote with outstanding benefits.

Applicants: Please send a letter of interest, unofficial undergraduate transcript(s), and resume to Linda Dimeff, PhD at: [email protected]

SOCIAL ECOLOGY CAREER SUMMIT!  ✨ Invest in yourself! ✨Join us for the 3rd Annual Social Ecology Career Summit on Tuesday...
09/04/2026

SOCIAL ECOLOGY CAREER SUMMIT! ✨ Invest in yourself! ✨
Join us for the 3rd Annual Social Ecology Career Summit on Tuesday, October 13!🎓💼

Registration is now open! Register by Friday, October 9 to receive weekly updates leading up to the event. Registration will remain open after October 9, and walk-ins are welcome on the day of the event.

You do not need to attend the entire event! Pick and choose the sessions that work best for your schedule and interests. 🗓️

📢The full event agenda will be released soon!

🔗 Register here and take the next step toward your career goals: https://uci.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=rvc/Uvad9kQECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D

JOB OPENINGS!  Some of you may be interested in applying for one (or more) of these job openings....1)  Program Coordina...
09/04/2026

JOB OPENINGS! Some of you may be interested in applying for one (or more) of these job openings....

1) Program Coordinator for the Supporting Psychosis Innovation through Research, Implementation, and Training (SPIRIT) Center at the University of Washington. Reporting to the Director of Research Operations, the Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating training and implementation activities for the Supporting Psychosis Innovation through Research, Implementation, and Training (SPIRIT) Center. The position supports the delivery of training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) and CBTp-informed skills, while coordinating events, program implementation, research activities, and reporting to diverse stakeholders. This role helps advance the SPIRIT Center’s mission to expand evidence-based practices for adults with serious mental illness and early psychosis across Washington State. This position is hybrid-eligible telework option. Key Responsibilities. Project Coordination (45%): Utilizing specific program knowledge, coordinate, schedule, and monitor program activities to ensure alignment with SPIRIT Center goals. Program activities include the successful roll-out of our CBTp training program with King County and various other states across the US; perform complex scheduling and administrative duties for the CBTp program, including venue scheduling, transportation and reimbursements; communicate program content, procedures and expectations to community mental health agencies and providers; handle training program inquiries via telephone and email with a high level of professionalism; offer top level customer service trainees, agencies, and stakeholders; order materials needed to support trainee learning; monitor trainee progress/compliance and report concerns to supervisor; represent the SPIRIT Center at community events or conferences to promote the program, as needed; work with supervisor to assist with the preparation of summary narrative reports (graphs, tables, charts, illustrations and PowerPoint presentations for different audiences including; investigators, state stakeholders and private funders); assist with trainee survey development and build questionnaires to support program deliverables; and perform related duties as required. Team Coordination (35%): Attend coordinator and CBTp team meetings and actively engage in supervision as scheduled; attend meetings, summarize notes and disseminate action items to necessary audiences; establish and maintain contact with community partners, agencies, health care providers and/or study sponsors, relevant to the CBTp program; update shared project tracking sheets; contribute to the development and implementation of CBTp training programs; schedule, provide preparation support, attend, and engage in technical support services for both asynchronous and synchronous trainings; assist with coordinating program dissemination activities (e.g., assisting with preparation of peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, grand rounds, or interviews for podcasts and media); assist in the development and management of computerized systems for tracking CBTp program team metrics and trainee data; and perform related duties as required. Program Operations Support (20%): Regularly update program participants on changes to policies and procedures, ensure activities are carried out in accordance with program goals. For example, training cohort attendance requirements, course feedback collection, certification completion; recommend process improvements to existing procedures; be proactive in response to problems, such as raising issues and proposing options for next steps; create job aids for common workflows and procedures; ensure LMS and One Drive are built as needed and hold correct procedural resources for relevant training groups; assist in the preparation of the program grant and grant proposals; and perform related duties as required. Minimum Requirements: High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) and CBTp-informed skills; equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Additional Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant academic area; two years of experience as a Research Coordinator or Program Coordinator; a passion to help create a better world for those with psychosis; having an agile and positive mindset toward problem solving and implementation process; knowledge of software applications including proficiency using MS Office (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel & Access); skill in balancing multiple demands simultaneously under time constraints; organizational skills to independently manage multiple tasks while ensuring attention to detail, accuracy and quality results; ability to prioritize work appropriately and to work effectively both as a team member and independently with minimal supervision; excellent writing and communication skills, particularly in the context of collaborating with and coordinating investigators from multiple organizations; experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds; ability to produce quality work in a timely manner; ability to perform occasional travel to partner sites and transport materials weighing up to 20 pounds; background in research and/or program coordination involving human subjects and/or trainees; experience supporting teams in delivering detailed training programs (priority will be given to those with experience working with those who experience psychosis or serious mental illness); knowledge of website builders (WordPress, Wix or similar); an experience with grant preparation and reporting. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/uw/UWHires/job/Seattle-WA/Program-Coordinator_REQ-0000135806-1?q=programcoordinator

2) Psychometrist for the Behavioral and Family Services at Gillette Children’s (Minnesota). Gillette Children’s is seeking a full-time Psychometrist. This position involves standardized administering and scoring of neuropsychological instruments to support a team of neuropsychologists serving outpatient and inpatient populations. Summarizing test data in a clear, accurate, and comprehensive manner is required. Qualified candidates will have a BA or BS in Psychology or related field. While prior experience with test administration and scoring for a wide range of pediatric, adolescent, and adult medical patients is preferred, this position also offers training to establish competence in these essential areas. Good judgement, attention to detail, clear written communication, and exceptional interpersonal skills are essential for this position. Our ideal candidate is also interested in psychometry as a career. Duties: 1) Administers standardized assessments to a diverse patient population under the direct supervision of a licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist; administers and scores tests selected by supervising neuropsychologists to suit the patient’s status and needs (per documentation review); builds rapport and maintains patient effort throughout the assessment; completes scoring and summaries in a timely fashion (within 1 week of appointment); summarizes test and evaluation data results in a clear, accurate and comprehensive manner to generate useful recommendations for the patient, caregiver and team; summarizes clear behavioral observations; maintains test equipment in neat and orderly fashion; ensures that test supplies and computer scoring programs are adequate and up to date across sites; works with multiple providers at multiple sites; maintains confidential patient information in an organized manner; an applies effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills to work processes; 2) Delivers care that reflects the principles of patient and family centered care; 3) Interfaces with all resources to maximize service delivery and continuity of care; keeps running inventory of test/test forms and requests new supplies as needed and provide organizational support to supervising neuropsychologists as requested; participates in interdisciplinary meetings; respects and uses expertise of other team members and staff yet accepts fair share of workload; participates in training and ongoing learning of instruments; an takes responsibility for addressing conflict involving patient/family and Gillette caregivers; 4) May also be asked to complete administrative tasks, such as triaging referrals or consults, serving as a team member’s proxy in the EHR, onboarding new employees, responding to departmental phone calls or faxes, or working on efforts toward process or practice improvement. Additionally, if the discipline has a practicum student, intern, or fellow, the employee may be asked to help oversee, supervise, or otherwise contribute toward that individual’s work. Qualifications - Required: B.A. or B.S. in Psychology or related field; CPR certification experience, or must obtain certification within 90 days of hire; computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, and multiple testing scoring programs); experience with a wide range of pediatric, adolescent and adult medical patients; interpersonal skills which include ability to successfully establish rapport with the patients and families and the ability to communicate effectively with other caregivers, an organizational skills and capacity to use them flexibly to address specific referral questions. Preferred: Prior psychological or neuropsychological testing experience For more information and to apply, please visit: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/GIL1002GCSH/JobBoard/0a5d892e-feaa-4c51-b816-12c2dbc1167d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=c066f756-b304-4c4f-b901-5891ceac8691&source=LinkedIn

3) Pediatric Psychometrist for the Quincy Medical Group (Illinois). As a Psychometrist at Quincy Medical Group, you will play an essential role in supporting pediatric psychological evaluations by administering standardized cognitive, academic, behavioral, and neuropsychological assessments. Working under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, you will gather objective data that helps diagnose developmental, behavioral, learning, and mental health conditions while contributing to individualized treatment planning. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities and has the ability to create a comfortable, engaging environment that encourages participation. Success in this role requires patience, flexibility, strong observational skills, and the ability to build trust with both patients and their families. Extensive training and ongoing support will be provided to help you develop the specialized skills needed to succeed. Schedule & Work Environment: Full-time position, Monday-Friday, daytime hours; schedule may vary based on patient appointments and departmental needs; outpatient behavioral health environment specializing in pediatric psychological assessment; collaborative, multidisciplinary team with comprehensive onboarding, training, and ongoing professional support. Primary Responsibilities: Administer standardized cognitive, neuropsychological, academic, and behavioral assessments in accordance with established testing protocols; es**rt patients to testing areas, establish rapport, explain testing procedures, and create a positive, engaging experience for children and families; observe and document patient behaviors, effort, attention, fatigue, and other clinically relevant observations throughout testing; accurately score assessments, convert results using standardized norms, and prepare documentation for psychologist review; conduct structured clinical interviews with parents and caregivers while gathering relevant developmental, behavioral, educational, and medical history; answer parent and caregiver questions while providing compassionate, professional support throughout the evaluation process; document testing results, behavioral observations, and clinical information accurately within the electronic medical record; assist with scheduling, billing, coding, referral coordination, and other administrative workflows related to psychological testing services; maintain testing materials, assessment tools, and documentation to ensure readiness and organization; support mental health screenings, triage activities, and follow-up coordination as directed; collaborate closely with psychologists and interdisciplinary team members to support high-quality patient care and efficient clinic operations; an perform other duties as assigned to support pediatric behavioral health services. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Behavioral Health, Sociology, Neuroscience, Human Development, or a related behavioral science required; previous experience working with children or adolescents in a healthcare, educational, counseling, behavioral health, or related setting preferred; strong interest in pediatric psychology, neuropsychology, or psychological assessment preferred; excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills; ability to build rapport with children of varying ages, developmental levels, cognitive abilities, and behavioral needs; strong observational skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to standardized testing procedures; comfort interviewing parents and caregivers while gathering sensitive clinical information; ability to remain patient, flexible, and composed in a variety of clinical situations; strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities; and experience using electronic medical records preferred. Please use the following link to apply: https://dulyhealthandcare.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/QMG/job/Quincy-Illinois/Psychometrist_JR118299?source=LinkedIn

4) Behavioral Health Technician for the Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services Crisis Receiving Center (OH): The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct support and supervision to individuals experiencing mental health or substance use crises. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, trauma-informed environment while supporting client engagement, safety monitoring, and crisis de-escalation. Position Responsibilities: Provide observation, engagement, and crisis support; assist with safety monitoring, de-escalation, and intake/orientation; accurately document client interactions and incidents; communicate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team; and promote trauma-informed and culturally competent care. Position Requirements: High School Diploma (required); experience with mental health or substance use populations preferred; and flexibility, professionalism, and resilience in fast-paced settings. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for extended periods (up to 12hr shifts); must be physically able to participate in appropriate and approved crisis management techniques; adequate hearing and vision to assess patient behavior, respond to alarms, and observe; ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment that may include exposure to unpredictable behaviors; and must possess the physical and mental endurance to respond to prolonged crises or emergencies without a decline in performance or judgmentTo learn more about this position and to apply, please visit: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=efd09430-7974-40c5-b572-603be0b99efc&jobId=567801&source=LI

5) Mental Health Worker for the Open Mental Health Unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center (New Jersey). The Mental Health Worker provides essential direct patient care, clinical support, and crisis intervention under the direction of nurses and physicians within the Open Mental Health Unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. This role closely monitors patients’ physical and emotional well-being, performs vital clinical tasks like phlebotomy and EKGs, and assists with daily living activities. Operating as an integral member of the psychiatric team, this professional facilitates therapeutic and recreational groups, documents patient data, and ensures a safe, healing environment in compliance with hospital policies. Qualifications - Required: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Health, or a related field, OR an active AIMS MHA certification. (A minimum of five (5) years of experience within behavioral health is acceptable in lieu of a degree); Active American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, or ability to obtain it within six (6) months of hire; and dstrong baseline of interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively document patient data and collaborate with medical staff. Preferred: Prior experience working with psychiatric and/or substance abuse patients; background or active interest in psychology or sociology; and proven experience in non-violent crisis intervention techniques. Scheduling Requirements: Full-Time (FT) – Evening. Shift details will be discussed during the interview process. Essential Functions: Provides standard nursing care delegated by the Registered Nurse, including taking/recording vital signs, recognizing abnormalities, and immediately reporting changes to the nurse in charge; performs clinical tasks including venipuncture (drawing blood), collecting and labeling specimens (blood, urine, sputum, stool), and performing EKGs; assists patients with their daily living activities (eating, dressing, bathing) and es**rts patients safely throughout the facility; contributes to the formulation, implementation, and updating of patient care and treatment plans developed by the psychiatric team; plans, leads, and participates in therapeutic, recreational, group, and community meetings for residents; participates in the patient admission, orientation, and transfer processes, and supervises family interactions during visitations; serves as a preceptor and mentor by assisting in the orientation of incoming employees and students; and maintains a clean, comfortable, and safe unit environment; coordinates linen/supply stock and participates in patient room or body searches as assigned by the professional nurse. For more information about this position or to apply, please visit: https://www.rwjbarnabashealthcareers.org/job/150046/mental-health-worker-behavioral-and-mental-health-us-nj-elizabeth-655-e-jersey-street/?

6) Mental Health Technician for St. Louis Children’s Hospital (Missouri). The Mental Health Technician is responsible for performing necessary services in caring for the personal needs, comfort and treatment of psychiatric patients under the direction of the registered nurse. Responsibilities: Assists patients with daily hygiene including personal care direction, assists with physical activity, meets patients’ nutritional needs, and documents activities as required. Implements direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Assists nurses with admissions and discharges, and assists nurses and doctors with treatments, procedures and examinations. Performs general clerical tasks. Collects and records specimens, including phlebotomy. Minimum Requirements: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred Requirements - Education: Associate’s Degree; Experience: 2-5 years. Please use the following link to apply: https://jobs.bjc.org/jobs/115696?lang=en-us&iis=LinkedIn&iisn=LinkedIn&mode=apply

7) Mental Health Associate for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (Virginia). The Mental Health Associate performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups. Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff. Department Overview: Sentara offers both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services to patients 18 and older who are in crisis due to mental illness, emotional distress, or destructive behavior patterns. Because our treatment facilities are located within local hospitals, patients have access to the full range of both psychiatric and medical care. This is especially helpful for patients experiencing symptoms that are confusing and impact their physical health. Join a team that is committed not only to our patients but also to the personal and professional growth of our staff! Education: Bachelor’s Level Degree (Required). Certification/Licensure: Basic Life Support Certification (Required within 90 days of hire) and Crisis Prevention Intervention training (Required within 15 days of hire). Experience: 1-year Behavioral Health work experience (Preferred) and knowledge of basic medical terminology and abnormal human behavior (Preferred). To learn more about this position or to apply, please visit: https://sentara.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SCS/job/Norfolk-VA/Mental-Health-Associate_JR-103998?

8) Inpatient Behavioral Health Associate for Southwood Children’s Behavioral Health (Pittsburgh, PA). Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. This position works 12-hour shifts on the Inpatient unit – either 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am. Essential Functions: Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services; ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment; responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed; document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient’s medical record; assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff; interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff; may oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens; may obtain patient’s vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record; facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills; engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals; complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility; may provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member; and demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred. Licenses, Designations, and Certifications: CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid required. Please use the following link to apply: https://www.acadiacareers.com/us/en/job/ACXACAUS104899EXTERNALENUS/Behavioral-Health-Associate-Inpatient?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=phenom-feeds

9) Mental Health Worker for Trinity Health of New England Behavioral Health (Waterbury, CT). Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Mental Health worker to join our team of mission-driven healthcare professionals located on our Behavioral Health Unit located at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, CT. The Mental Health Worker / Behavioral Health Tech is key role to keep patients engaged in recovery-oriented activities, help to communicate patient’s needs to the clinical team, to monitor patient safety and to work with the nursing professionals to create a healing environment for patients. Responsibilities: Perform patient observations and other patient care activities; observe patient behavior; perform, report, and document vital signs, ADLs; respond rapidly to emergency call lights and performs safety checks; and dprovide group and individual interventions to assist the psychiatric patient towards recovery and rehabilitation. Requirements - Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent with related experience required. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred. Certification: AHA CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers. Experience: Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experiences and the ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals; prior experience in psychiatric/behavioral Health setting is a plus; ability to prioritize tasks; maintain confidentiality; and good problem-solving skills. Please use the following link to apply: https://jobs.trinity-health.org/job/TRHEUS00690737NEWENGLANDENUS/Mental-Health-Worker?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=phenom-feeds&source=LinkedIn

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