Evening Mental Health Support Specialist (PT) – CNA-Preferred

Care New England Health System; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

2% Pay Differential for Active CNA License

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Providence, RI seeks a Mental Health Worker to provide patient advocacy and assist in direct care of clients. Candidates should have a background in social sciences and experience with mentally ill or developmentally delayed individuals. Excellent written communication skills are essential, and preference is given to those with an active CNA license. This part-time position involves evening shifts, including every other weekend, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients in a short stay unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences preferred.
• Experience in working with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients.
• Candidate must have excellent written skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides role as patient advocate through role modeling and communication.
• Assists registered nurses in direct care of patients.
• Ensures safe and therapeutic environment on the unit.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with mentally ill clients

Behavioral health experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related

Job description

A healthcare provider in Providence, RI seeks a Mental Health Worker to provide patient advocacy and assist in direct care of clients. Candidates should have a background in social sciences and experience with mentally ill or developmentally delayed individuals. Excellent written communication skills are essential, and preference is given to those with an active CNA license. This part-time position involves evening shifts, including every other weekend, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for patients in a short stay unit.