Mental Health Worker - Psychiatry - FT - Days

Union 1199 • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Launch your behavioral health career at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, a nationally ranked center for Psychiatry. Over a century ago, the hospital introduced moral psychiatric care, and today, with specialized units like the Women's Health Unit, NIMH-funded Eating Disorders Program, and a groundbreaking Kosher Unit, it stands as a model for patient-centered innovation. The role of a Mental Health Worker involves being an integral part of the expert clinical team, observing and documenting patients' physical, emotional, and social behavior, and reporting findings to the nursing team. Responsibilities also include maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients, intervening during anxious moments, assisting with daily activities, and recording vital signs and other clinical information for the multidisciplinary team. This position offers valuable frontline experience in mental health patient management, with many Mental Health Workers progressing to leadership roles in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, and other fields.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and current CPR Training from the American Heart Association
• At least 6 months of direct patient care experience

Nice To Haves

• Aspire to careers or degrees in social work or psychiatry
• A college degree

Responsibilities

• Observe and document patients' physical, emotional and social behavior
• Report patient behavior as necessary to the nursing team
• Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients
• Expertly intervene in times of anxiousness
• Assist patients with their daily activities
• Record vital signs and other important clinical information

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Recognition for your experience, education, and licensure
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees