Evening Mental Health Assistant - ER Care & Support

Albany Med; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Albany Med Health System seeks a Mental Health Assistant for the Emergency Department, evening shift. The role supports nursing staff by delivering direct patient care and unit maintenance to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BCLS, and preferred associate's degree with prior mental health exposure. Equal opportunity employer with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• CPR and BCLS certifications required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Collects vital signs, height/weight, intake/output.
• Reports abnormal findings to the RN and care team.
• Participates in care planning and nursing handoff.
• Supports patient rights and keeps families informed.
• Documents care in the patient record.
• Maintains safe, clean, and compliant care environments.

Skills

Empathy

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Associate's Degree

CPR Certification

BCLS Certification

Job description

Albany Med Health System seeks a Mental Health Assistant for the Emergency Department, evening shift. The role supports nursing staff by delivering direct patient care and unit maintenance to ensure patient comfort and safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/BCLS, and preferred associate's degree with prior mental health exposure. Equal opportunity employer with strong benefits.