CHMC - MENTAL HEALTH WORKER

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center; City of Ogdensburg (NY); Presencial; USD 27.111 - 37.002; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg, New York is hiring a Mental Health Worker for full-time night shifts. You will provide essential care to mentally ill patients, ensuring their safety and comfort under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, communication and computer skills, along with a commitment to patient confidentiality and safety. Pay ranges between $19.68 - $26.86 per hour.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification and Crisis Intervention training within initial orientation.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with mentally ill patients.

Responsabilidades

• Provide basic physiological and psychosocial care to patients.
• Supervise patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Report changes in patient's condition to nursing personnel.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Attention to detail

Understanding of working with mentally ill patients

Formação

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Ferramentas

BLS Certification

Descrição da vaga

CHMC - MENTAL HEALTH WORKER

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Ogdensburg, New York, United States

About this position

Full Time - Night Shift - 7:30p 8:00a – 12 Hour Shifts - Requisition 9554

Internal Posting Dates: June 12, 2026 - June 17, 2026

Job Summary:

As a Mental Health Worker, you'll play a crucial role in our inpatient setting by providing basic physiological and psychosocial care, along with essential safety measures and environmental care, to mentally ill patients. You'll work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and may be required to provide one-on‑one patient supervision as needed. Flexibility is key, as you may also be asked to float to other departments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• BLS Certification and Crisis Intervention training within the hospital orientation period
• Knowledge and understanding of working with mentally ill patients
• Basic computer knowledge
• Proficient communication skills and the ability to interact efficiently and effectively with diverse personalities
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy when monitoring and documenting information
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients
• Ability to acknowledge changes in a patient's condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel
• Ability to perform various intervention tasks assigned by the charge nurse
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of all patient information
• Commitment to maintaining quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory agencies
• Ability to implement and support procedures and programs pertaining to patient safety and security
• Ability to perform physical requirements including bending, standing, walking, and lifting

Salary Information

$19.68 - $26.86 per Hour

*The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Carthage Area Hospital and Claxton Hepburn Medical Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans encouraged to apply.