Mental Health Worker (73379)
About The Position
Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health services to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a PRN Mental Health Worker/Technician to join our team at State Correctional Institution-Waymart located in Waymart, Pennsylvania. $16.50 - $18/hour based on experience The Mental Health Worker will provide routine supervision of offenders and provide informal education in routine activities and daily living. Other responsibilities will include participating in multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings and implement interventions as assigned, document and inform appropriate staff of significant changes in offenders functioning, and assist facilitating group therapeutic sessions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Must have a current driver's license
- Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Training, experience or certification as a nurse’s aide, medical technician, EMT, or activities technician preferred
- Prior experience in mental health, drug/alcohol rehabilitation or intellectual disability services preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide routine supervision of offenders
- Provide informal education in routine activities and daily living
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings
- Implement interventions as assigned
- Document and inform appropriate staff of significant changes in offenders functioning
- Assist facilitating group therapeutic sessions
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
