Mental Health Worker General Adult (Oak/ft nights)
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides direct patient care to general adult patients in accordance with their treatment plans and under the direction of a professional nurse. The role participates in planning and evaluating patient needs based on patient behaviors and helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment consistent with established policies and procedures. This is an in-person position in Towson, Maryland, scheduled for night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The employee must be available to work every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday. New clinical staff begin extended clinical orientation and training immediately following their first day of employment. Pay ranges from $19.36 to $28.70; pay is determined by factors including years and level of related experience.
Requirements
- Ability to read and follow documentation in patient records, write required patient documentation, use basic computer applications, and communicate effectively orally; these skills are acquired through a high school education.
- An active Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification may be accepted in lieu of a high school education and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must be available to work every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday.
Nice To Haves
- A human services-related degree or prior direct care or related experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in planning and evaluating patient needs based on patient behaviors.
- Provide direct patient care services 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
