Hartford HealthCare·Westport, Connecticut
Provides direct behavioral health patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living and therapeutic interventions. Observes and records patient behavior while collaborating with the nursing team to ensure safety and treatment plan progress.
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Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees.
It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children.
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Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system’s second-largest hospital.
Job Summary: Provides direct behavioral health patient care.
Assists patients with performing activities of daily living. Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions. Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients. Reviews assignment with supervising RN, seeking clarification when unsure of expectations. Maintains open communication with teammates regarding progress on completion of assignment. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to behavioral health patients in a timely and individualized manner. Provides for patient comfort by performing tasks/services that optimize patient satisfaction. Provides for patient safety in a manner that prevents patient injury. Contributes to efficient departmental operations in order to control costs and ensure productivity.
Requires a BLS provider certification from the AHA or American Red Cross within 90 days of hire. An associate degree and previous behavioral health experience are preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.