Mental Health Worker - Psych Child and Adolescent
About The Position
This role involves assisting licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living. The Mental Health Worker supports unit functions, maintains a safe and clean environment, and acts as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team. Responsibilities include communicating pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performing clerical duties, and providing basic nursing care. The role operates within the guidelines of Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements. For the outpatient setting, the role involves carrying out the activities of daily living program and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN, and Program Director.
Requirements
- Current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) issued by the State, if a CNA.
- If not a CNA, a minimum of one year experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living.
- Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers.
- Function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Carry out activities of daily living program and individual treatment plans for psychiatric patients (outpatient setting).
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Many more voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
