Mental Health Worker

Quick Facts

• Role: Mental Health Worker
• Setting: Acute care inpatient mental health services
• Supervision: Unit Charge Nurse, Relief Charge Nurse, or Team Leader
• Schedule: Full Time, evenings (8 hours); variable days; every other weekend

Description

The Mental Health Worker provides observational data and direct patient care for assigned patients during hospitalization. The role includes verbal de-escalation of anxious and agitated patients, implementation of therapeutic interventions, and emotional support. The position also supports the RN with maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, admissions/discharges, and assisting patients with activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Gather and report observational data for assigned patients
• Provide direct patient care under clinical direction
• De-escalate anxious and agitated behaviors verbally
• Implement therapeutic interventions
• Provide emotional support during hospitalization
• Assist the RN in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment
• Support program implementation
• Assist with admissions and discharges
• Assist patients with activities of daily living

Requirements

• Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of required degree or diploma
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (or equivalent)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification
• Minimum 12 months of experience in a behavioral health care setting
• Functional knowledge of psychiatric terminology
• Effective interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Benefits available