Mental Health Worker

Trinity Health•Stafford Springs, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Trinity Health Of New England is hiring a Mental Health Worker / Behavioral Health Technician for its Behavioral Health Unit at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford Springs, Connecticut. The role supports patients in recovery-oriented activities, communicates patient needs to the clinical team, monitors patient safety, and works with nursing professionals to create a healing environment. The position is full-time, with three 12-hour day shifts each week, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., totaling 36 hours weekly. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and related experience. A bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field is preferred. AHA CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Prior psychiatric-setting experience is a plus. The stated pay range is $18.70–$28.05 per hour, based on experience, skills, education, and location. Trinity Health Of New England describes its benefits package as including medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage; a retirement savings program with employer match; time off that may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays; tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities; basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; a well-being initiative; and career growth and advancement opportunities. Benefits are effective on the first day. The employer emphasizes compassionate, person-centered care and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with related experience.
AHA CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Broad practical understanding of life experiences and ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Good problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field preferred.
Prior experience in a psychiatric setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform patient observations and other patient care activities.
Observe patient behavior.
Perform, report, and document vital signs and activities of daily living (ADLs).
Respond rapidly to emergency call lights and perform safety checks.
Provide group and individual interventions to assist psychiatric patients with recovery and rehabilitation.
Help keep patients engaged in recovery-oriented activities.
Communicate patient needs to the clinical team.
Monitor patient safety and work with nursing professionals to create a healing environment.