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What is the role of a student assistant?

A student assistant supports staff or faculty by performing administrative tasks, organizing materials, or assisting with projects. In a practicum setting, they may also gain practical experience related to their field of study and develop relevant skills such as communication and organization.

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A practicum for a Practicum Assistant typically requires 10 to 20 hours per week, depending on the program and organization. The schedule may include evenings or weekends and often involves supervised, hands-on experience relevant to the field.

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Behavioral Health Consultant - BHS Geriatric Psychiatry (2JPE) 50%

Behavioral Health Consultant - BHS Geriatric Psychiatry (2JPE) 50%

The University Of Iowa

Iowa City, IA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

University Of Iowa rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

408th of 555 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Geriatric Psychiatry inpatient unit (2JPE) is looking for an experienced Behavioral Health Consultant to assist in program development, assessment, and behavioral treatment for individuals with severe challenging behaviors. Patients may have a history of mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, or medical illnesses that make them vulnerable.

Geriatric Psychiatry (2 JPE):

John Pappajohn Pavillion (2 JPE) is a 14-bed inpatient unit dedicated to geriatric and adult psychiatric services. This unit patient population includes dementia, depression, anxiety, Parkinson's, and Huntington's. Services provided include medication management, assistance with daily activities, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, and electroconvulsive therapy.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Prepares for individual patient contacts and assessments through review of medical charts and pre-appointment contact with patient, family, and caregivers. Prepares intake summary information for the inpatient unit.
  • Identifies behavior goals for hospitalization, assist team in the development of behavior programming and data collection. Reviews data with psychologist as necessary and develops additional assessment and treatment plans.
  • Assists in gathering objective data for behavioral assessment and treatment implementation.
  • Actively involved in implementing behavior treatment on the unit and coaching staff with frequent involvement in prevention of challenging behaviors, de-escalation and crisis management.
  • Coordinates behavior programming with interdisciplinary team members. Consults with interdisciplinary team members and provides training for staff as appropriate. 
  • Completes literature reviews and continuing education in the area of applied behavior analysis and dialectical behavior therapy.
  • Must be able to effectively prevent and de-escalate potential crisis situations following training and support from interdisciplinary team. Consultant will regularly be working in situations where physical aggression and property destruction will occur.
  • Assures quality in program delivery through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
  • Communicates with internal and external stakeholders regarding patient goals, progress, behavior recommendations, and placement.
  • Manages day-to-day operations of service, including attendance at all team functions.
  • Assists in discharge planning, as appropriate.
  • Assists in the creation of training materials and conducting training as appropriate. May include follow-up with care providers following discharge from unit.
  • Assists in writing reports, including treatment recommendations.
  • Assists in training (e.g. practicum students, interns, graduate assistants) as appropriate.

Percent of Time: 50%

Shift: 20 hours per week, evenings and weekend hours, no holidays

P&S Pay Plans: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure 

Benefits Highlights:

  • Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
  • Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
  • For more information about Why Iowa?, click here

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of one year of direct experience working directly with individuals with challenging behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, or self-harm.

  • Excellent verbal communication skills; including demonstrated positive interpersonal skills and experience leading and/or participating as a member of work teams and groups.

  • Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience using email, spreadsheets and word processing programs.

  • Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education or related field is required

Desired Qualifications

  • Three or more years of direct experience working directly with individuals with challenging behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, or self-harm.
  • Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis and treatment with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or challenging behavior desired.
  • Experience with counseling such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Experience with CPI (Crisis Prevention)
  • Knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations is desired.

Application Process
In order to be considered, applicants must upload a Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions, contact Maggie Fraher at Maggie-Fraher@uiowa.edu.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Professional references will be required at a later time in the recruitment process. 

Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Behavioral Health Consultant
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Part-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: Maggie Fraher
  • Contact Email: Maggie-Fraher@uiowa.edu

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