Mental Health Worker - Psych Child and Adolescent
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides inpatient support in the Psych Child/Adolescent/Behavioral Health department under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN. The role assists licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including activities of daily living. It supports unit functions and helps maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers. As part of the interdisciplinary care team, the worker communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN, performs assigned clerical duties, and provides basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients. Responsibilities must follow Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and applicable state regulatory and accrediting requirements. This part-time position is based at Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois. The schedule is nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., in 12-hour shifts. Compensation is estimated at $16.08–$23.30 per hour. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available to qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
Requirements
- If a CNA, hold a current and valid state-issued Certified Nursing Assistant license.
- If not a CNA, have at least one year of experience working as a Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
- Obtain BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior mental health experience.
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed nursing staff with providing and documenting patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living, under the direction and supervision of an RN, LVN, or Charge RN.
- Support unit functions and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers.
- Communicate pertinent patient information to the supervising RN as part of the interdisciplinary care team.
- Perform clerical duties as assigned.
- Provide basic nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform responsibilities in accordance with Nursing Structure Standards, hospital and nursing policies, and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
- Voluntary benefit options
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
