Evening Mental Health Worker - Correctional Facility

Middlesex-Sheriff's-Offic; North Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified Mental Health Worker to care for inmates in the Health Service Unit. The worker observes patients, reports changes to staff, and conducts safety checks to ensure safety and well-being.

This full-time, non-exempt position sits within the ESU, with a 3:00 PM–11:00 PM schedule and Sunday/Monday off. Responsibilities include documentation, crisis intervention, group facilitation, and coordination with medical records and other

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in providing direct care to mentally ill or disabled individuals.
• Strong oral, written, organizational and time management skills with ability to maintain records.
• Substitutions allowed for degree requirements as listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety checks of patients at various intervals.
• Collaborate with staff to identify milieu issues and develop strategies to meet patient needs.
• Complete all required documentation in the electronic medical records system.
• Apply crisis prevention and intervention approaches.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups for patients on the Health Service Unit.
• Assist with housekeeping, supply ordering and unit setup as needed.

Skills

Direct care experience

Crisis intervention

Record keeping

Observation skills

Education

Associate's degree in psychology or related field

Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology/mental health

Job description

The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified Mental Health Worker to care for inmates in the Health Service Unit. The worker observes patients, reports changes to staff, and conducts safety checks to ensure safety and well-being.

This full-time, non-exempt position sits within the ESU, with a 3:00 PM–11:00 PM schedule and Sunday/Monday off. Responsibilities include documentation, crisis intervention, group facilitation, and coordination with medical records and other