Mental Health Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Obtain a Certified BLS Provider credential from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 3 months (90 days) of hire or job transfer.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.
• College courses in psychology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide or assist with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities.
• Report changes in patient condition and suggest modifications to the treatment plan.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
• Review assignments with the supervising RN and seek clarification when expectations are unclear.
• Maintain open communication with teammates about progress on assignments.
• Provide timely, individualized care appropriate to behavioral health patients.
• Promote patient comfort and satisfaction by performing relevant tasks and services.
• Support patient safety and help prevent patient injury.
• Contribute to efficient departmental operations, cost control, and productivity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.