Mental Health Worker - Child/Adolescent PHP (per diem)

Natchaug Hospital•Mansfield Center, CT

1d•Onsite

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 serves children and adolescents in the Joshua Center program and includes transporting students from school to the program and then to their homes using a company vehicle. This per diem position may require reporting to any Natchaug site location based on program needs, and additional compensation is provided. Natchaug's Joshua Center Programs serve children ages 6 to 17 experiencing 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of related experience.
Current Connecticut driver's license and a clean driving record for a minimum of 3 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.
Must have and 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 accordance with hospital policies and core values.
Transport students from school to the Joshua Center program and then to their homes using a company vehicle.
Report to Natchaug site locations as needed based on program needs.