Mental Health Worker – In-Patient Units – Psychosis, Intermediate Care /3N – Nights
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Mental Health Worker for its inpatient Psychosis, Intermediate Care /3N unit. The role supports patients receiving behavioral health treatment by helping maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Working alongside nursing and clinical teams, the Mental Health Worker observes and documents patients’ physical, emotional, and social well-being and communicates relevant changes to support timely interventions and quality care. The position is full-time, with an 8-hour night shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and includes rotating weekend work on Saturdays and Sundays. The position is on-site at the NYP/Westchester Behavioral Health Center in White Plains, New York. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Maintain Basic Life Support certification.
- Demonstrate commitment to continued learning and completion of orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Aspiration to pursue a career or degree in social work or psychiatry.
- A college degree and at least one year of psychiatry-related experience.
Responsibilities
- Promote patient safety through vigilant observation, monitoring, and reporting.
- Build therapeutic relationships that support recovery and patient-centered care.
- Assist patients with daily activities while encouraging independence, dignity, and participation in treatment plans.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to signs of distress, anxiety, or behavioral changes.
- Record vital signs and other clinical information for multidisciplinary treatment decisions.
- Communicate important changes in patients’ well-being to nursing and clinical teams.
- Contribute to a culture of compassion, collaboration, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits supporting employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
