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Griffin Hospital·Derby, Connecticut

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 days ago
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Provide direct care and support to patients on an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with admissions and discharges. Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team by co-leading group sessions and implementing treatment approaches.

Main function

Provide a variety of direct services to patients on the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. Provides direct patient care, assisting in the patient admission, discharge and transfer process, obtains and records vital signs, orients patient to the unit, feeds and assists in feeding patients, and assist in routine physical care needs of patients as directed by nurse. Other responsibilities include phlebotomy, assessment and planning, functioning as a member of Interdisciplinary Treatment Team, and implementation, including co-leading group sessions, implementing treatment approaches and providing appropriate observation to patient status.

Education

Minimum 2 yrs schooling in Psychology or related field. Experience preferred

*Rotating weekends required*

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Requirements

Requires a minimum of two years of schooling in Psychology or a related field. Previous experience is preferred and the candidate must be able to work rotating weekends.

  • associate degree
  • Vital Signs Recording
  • Phlebotomy
  • Treatment Planning
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Observation
  • Patient Admission and Discharge
  • Group Session Co-leading

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Derby, Connecticut
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Griffin Hospital

Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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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.

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