Mental Health Worker/Adult Crisis Stabilization (ft/nights)
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker role is in the Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit, a 22-bed unit providing psychiatric care for the treatment of major mental illnesses. The average length of stay is eight days. This is an in-person position in Towson, Maryland, scheduled for 36 hours weekly on overnight 12-hour shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The employee must be available to work every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday. The Mental Health Worker participates in planning and evaluating patient needs based on patient behaviors, provides direct patient care in accordance with treatment plans and under the direction of a professional nurse, and helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment in accordance with established policies and procedures. New clinical staff begin extended clinical orientation and training immediately following their first day of employment.
Requirements
- Ability to read and follow documentation in the patient’s record; writing skills sufficient to complete required patient documentation; basic computer skills; and oral communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively, acquired through a high school education.
- An active Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification may be accepted in lieu of a high school education and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must be available to work every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday.
Nice To Haves
- Pursuit of a Human Services or psychiatric-related degree is preferred.
- Past direct care or related experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors.
- Provide direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
- Assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
