Float Mental Health Worker

Sheppard Pratt; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

403b retirement match

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt on its Elkridge campus is seeking a Float Mental Health Worker. Under close supervision of the Staff Nurse, you will provide direct patient care aligned with the treatment plan and help create a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role supports multiple service lines, including Child & Adolescents, Young Adults, General Adult, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Thought Disorders, with shift 3pm–11pm and PRN/as-needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or strongly preferred.
• Human Services related degree or related experience preferred.
• Must be available to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care under supervision according to treatment plan.
• Help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment per procedures.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Human Services related degree

Job description

Shift: PRN or As Needed, Evenings 3pm to 11pm Job Location Type: In Person

What To Expect.

Float Mental Health Workers, under close supervision of the Staff Nurse, participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors. Provides direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse. Assists in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Float Mental Health Worker! This position is located on Sheppard Pratt's main campus in Elkridge (Howard County). Float Mental Health Workers support at least two service lines. The service line assignment will be determined by the applicant's experience/interest and organizational needs. The service lines are:

• Child & Adolescent Services
• Young Adult Services
• General Adult
• Co-Occurring Disorders
• Thought Disorders

What You’ll Get From Us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. The pay range for this position is between $19.36 and $28.70 an hour.

What We Need From You.

• HS Diploma/GED. Human Services related degree or past direct care or related experience strongly preferred.
• Must be available to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday).
• All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.