Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Behavioral Health - NYCPCT

Job Title: Patient Care Associate (PCA) - Behavioral Health

Duties:

• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care to behavioral health inpatients.
• Support patient admissions by assisting with orientation, room setup, and securing valuables.
• Perform direct care duties such as vital sign monitoring, EKGs, venipuncture, personal hygiene, and specimen collection.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions and co-lead group activities for patients.
• Assist in discharge planning, including coordinating transportation and maintaining family communication.
• Intervene during aggressive incidents, including physical restraints when necessary.
• Ensure infection control practices are followed.
• Provide supportive counseling to patients and families within an assigned caseload.

Skills Required:

• Experience in behavioral health, law enforcement, or counseling.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, EKG, and infection control practices.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience in behavioral health, nursing, or a related field, OR an Associate’s degree in a related discipline.
• BLS certification required.

Pay Range:

• Weekly: $1,200 - $1,400