Correctional Mental Health Aide: Crisis & Support

PAGNY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position (1199)

401(k) plan

FSAs

Commuting benefits

Job summary

PAGNY is seeking a Mental Health Treatment Aide (MHTA) to provide crisis intervention, monitoring, and group activities on Rikers Island as part of the Division of Correctional Health Services. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, therapeutic care for inmates.

The role emphasizes crisis management, adherence to unit policies, and active participation in supervision and training within a unionized environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services or health-related area; or
• A High School diploma or a GED and two years of full time experience in Nursing Behavioral Health or other related field.
• Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish successful interpersonal relationships with patients and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Orients patients to unit policies and schedule.
• Uses crisis/de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Identifies triggers and communicates to the treatment team.
• Performs patient checks/rounds.
• Reports changes in condition to supervisor.
• Escorts patients to groups or locations as required.
• Conducts 1:1 monitoring for behavioral management.
• Participates in clinical training.
• Leads or co-leads groups on anger management and documents activities.
• Responds to emergencies and supports unit safety.
• Participates in regular 1:1 supervision with MHTA supervisor.
• Maintains professional appearance and demeanor.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral instructions

Education

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice/ Social Services/ health-related field

High School diploma or GED with 2 years related experience

Job description

PAGNY is seeking a Mental Health Treatment Aide (MHTA) to provide crisis intervention, monitoring, and group activities on Rikers Island as part of the Division of Correctional Health Services. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, therapeutic care for inmates.

The role emphasizes crisis management, adherence to unit policies, and active participation in supervision and training within a unionized environment.