Brown University Health
Behavioral Health Attendant
Rhode Island Hospital · Full-time · Posted Oct 23, 2026
- Experience
- Previous experience in direct patient care and/or patient observations, or completion of one (1) year of progressive education in a human services-related field is required.
- Education
- High school graduate or its equivalent required.
About the job
Provides non-clinical observation and support to patients experiencing mental health or behavioral challenges, working with clinical staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.
What you'll do
- Conduct assigned patient observations, document behavior and activity, and promptly report changes to clinical staff.
- Support patients with daily activities and engagement, and use approved verbal techniques to de-escalate situations.
- Maintain patient safety, privacy, and orderly care spaces while following hospital procedures.
What they ask for
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Previous direct patient care and/or patient observation experience, or one year of progressive education in a human services-related field.
- Required certifications and training: facility-approved de-escalation and restraint course, BLS, and safe patient handling training.
- Able to perform physical aspects of the role, including lifting, turning, and moving patients.
Pay
$21.09-$22.04 (base salary; currency not stated)
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