Mental Health Worker Gen Adult Disorder (ft/nights)
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides direct patient care for the General Adult Disorder service. The role participates in planning and evaluating patient needs based on patient behaviors, provides care in accordance with treatment plans under the direction of a professional nurse, and helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in accordance with established policies and procedures. This is an in-person position in Towson, Maryland. The schedule is 12-hour night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., totaling 36 hours per week, with rotating weekends. Staff must be available every other Saturday and Sunday. New clinical staff begin extended clinical orientation and training immediately following their first day of employment.
Requirements
- High school education, with the ability to read and follow documentation in patient records, write required patient documentation, use a computer at a basic level, and communicate effectively orally.
- An active Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification may be accepted in lieu of a high school education; certification must remain active throughout employment in the position.
- Must be available to work every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday.
Nice To Haves
- A human services-related degree.
- Past direct care or related experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in planning and evaluating patient needs based on patient behaviors.
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
- Help provide a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
