Mental Health Worker
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Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
12 Hour Day Shift
Description:
Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Mental Health Worker / Behavioral Health Technician to join our team of mission-driven healthcare professionals located on our Behavioral Health Unit located at Johnson Memorial Hospital l in Stafford Springs CT.
The Mental Health Worker / Behavioral Health Tech is key role to keep patients engaged in recovery-oriented activities, help to communicate patient’s needs to the clinical team, to monitor patient safety and to work with the nursing professionals to create a healing environment for patients.
You Will Be Responsible For:
Performs patient observations and other patient care activities.
Observes patient behavior.
Performs, reports, and documents vital signs, ADLs.
Responds rapidly to emergency call lights and performs safety checks.
Provides group and individual interventions to assist the psychiatric patient towards recovery and rehabilitation.
Requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent with related experience required. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Certification: AHA CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers
- Experience: Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experiences and the ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals.
- Prior experience in psychiatric setting a plus.
- Ability to prioritize tasks. Maintain confidentiality. Good problem-solving skills.
- Highlights
- Full -Time – Days (36 hours – three 12 hours shifts 7a -7p)
- Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated health care team
- Engaged leadership.
- Excellent Benefits effective on first day
- At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.
- Pay Range: $18.70 - $28.05
- Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
- Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
- Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Well-being Initiative
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
- Johnson Memorial Hospital provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital a has been an anchor institution in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.
- Our Commitment
- Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experiences and the ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent with related experience required. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Prior experience in psychiatric setting a plus.
About Trinity Health
Large national Catholic health system serving communities.
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