Mental Health Worker – In-Patient Units - Medical/Psychiatry - 11 N Nights
About The Position
NewYork-Presbyterian is hiring a Mental Health Worker for its in-patient medical/psychiatry units. The role supports patients receiving behavioral health treatment by helping maintain a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment. The worker observes and documents patients’ physical, emotional, and social well-being and communicates relevant changes to nursing and clinical teams to support timely interventions and quality care. The position works alongside clinicians and supports person-centered care, recovery, and patient and family well-being. This is a full-time, 8-hour night-shift position, scheduled from 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., with rotating weekend work on Saturdays and Sundays. Roles require on-site presence, and employees should live within commuting distance of NewYork-Presbyterian. Travel expenses are not reimbursed.
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 complete orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Aspiration to pursue a career or degree in social work or psychiatry.
- 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 reinforce patient-centered care.
- Assist patients with daily activities while encouraging independence, dignity, and engagement 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.
- Observe, assess, and document patients’ physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- 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
