Evening PT Mental Health Worker - CNA-Preferred + 2% Pay Diff

Butler Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A community healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Worker to act as a patient advocate. Responsibilities include assisting registered nurses with direct patient care and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in social sciences or equivalent experience, with a focus on care for mentally ill or developmentally delayed clients. This part-time evening role includes every other weekend and offers a unique opportunity to support patient needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences preferred.
• Comparable behavioral health experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience in working with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as patient advocate through role modeling and communication.
• Assist registered nurses in direct patient care.
• Insure a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit.

Skills

Excellent written skills

Experience with mentally ill clients

Role modeling standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or equivalent experience

Job description

A community healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Worker to act as a patient advocate. Responsibilities include assisting registered nurses with direct patient care and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in social sciences or equivalent experience, with a focus on care for mentally ill or developmentally delayed clients. This part-time evening role includes every other weekend and offers a unique opportunity to support patient needs.