Responsible for providing a variety of patient care duties and unit support functions under the supervision of a Medical Center professional on an inpatient psychiatric unit. Assists with the orientation and development of new Patient Care Assistants on an inpatient psychiatric unit. + Assists professional healthcare staff with patient procedures. + Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care. + Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others. + Performs unit support activities as needed and directed by manager or designee. + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: $15.37 - $23.82 Hourly MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Experience: If unlicensed one of the following is required: Documented proof of a minimum of 2 years of experience caring for patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, a Community Service Board, or equivalent in a direct care position; OR Completion of first semester of Nursing School. Licensure: None Required. Prefer: Current active CNA certification through the Virginia Board of Nursing. AAPT Certification, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) BLS certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease _The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._