Inpatient Child & Adolescent Mental Health Worker

Sheppard Pratt; Amesbury (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

403b retirement match

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt Solutions is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health unit, based at Beverly Hospital in Amesbury, MA. The role supports patient-centered care under nursing supervision, engaging youths in a therapeutic setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, familiarity with pediatric assessments, and preference for an advanced degree in human services and inpatient experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with children and adolescent assessment.
• Advanced degree in human services preferred.
• Experience with children and adolescents in inpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver empathetic care with calm, courteous interactions with patients and families.
• Respond to patient inquiries and concerns while maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and therapeutic treatment space.
• Contribute to evidence-based assessment and therapeutic interventions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Accurately document patient care activities, including treatment planning and interventions.

Skills

Child/adolescent assessment

Empathetic patient care

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Advanced degree in human services

Job description

Sheppard Pratt Solutions is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health unit, based at Beverly Hospital in Amesbury, MA. The role supports patient-centered care under nursing supervision, engaging youths in a therapeutic setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, familiarity with pediatric assessments, and preference for an advanced degree in human services and inpatient experience.