Mental Health Worker - Child/Adolescent PHP

Natchaug Hospital • Mansfield Center, CT

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About The Position

The Mental Health Worker provides therapeutic interventions for clients and participates as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team in accordance with hospital policies and core values. The role provides transportation from school to the Joshua Center program and then to the student’s home using company vehicles.

Natchaug Hospital’s Joshua Center Programs serve children and adolescents ages 6–17 with psychiatric or substance abuse issues who do not require inpatient care. Services may include comprehensive assessment and aftercare planning, family, group, and individual therapy, and occupational and creative rehabilitation therapy. The hospital provides transportation from school to the program and from the program to students’ homes.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with summer and winter break hours of 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of related experience.
• Current Connecticut driver’s license and a clean driving record for a minimum of three consecutive years.
• Ability to obtain a Public Service License “A” Endorsement within 90 days of hire; this requires passing a pre-hire drug screen and DOT physical exam.
• Maintain a telephone number for scheduling.
• Computer proficiency and keyboarding skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with behavioral health clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions for clients.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team in adherence to hospital policies and core values.
• Transport students from school to the Joshua Center program and then to their homes using company vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%.
• Paid time off that accrues starting on the date of hire.
• Tuition assistance.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED