Mental Health Worker – Adolescent Unit (2N) - Part- Time | Nights
About The Position
Experience the Essence of Who We Are, Person-Center Care Is at Our Core Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction. Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Today, top talented nurses continue to use compassionate, evidence-based practices in the best Psychiatry program. It’s a progressive environment—and a premier opportunity for your career. Join a Culture that Supports Excellence in Quality and Patient Satisfaction. At NewYork-Presbyterian, Mental Health Worker is a life-changing career journey focused on amazing patient outcomes every step of the way. Each of our team members dares to be truly excellent – thriving in a compassionate culture of care and caring. Together, we improve the health of patients and their families, making our communities – and the world – stronger. You’ll work with the brightest minds in healthcare to make tomorrow better for countless human beings. Now, you have the opportunity to join us.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA)
- Maintenance of Basic Life Support certification
- Demonstrate commitment to continued learning & orientation completion
Nice To Haves
- Aspire to careers or degrees in social work or psychiatry.
- A college degree and at least one year of psychiatry-related experience
Responsibilities
- Observe and document patients' physical, emotional, and social behavior, reporting as necessary to the nursing team.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients.
- Intervene in times of anxiousness.
- Assist patients with their daily activities.
- Record vital signs and other important clinical information as an important resource for the multidisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
