Inpatient Mental Health Care Technician – Day Shift (36h)

Griffin Hospital; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the inpatient psychiatric unit. This full-time, on-site role provides direct patient care, assists with admission, transfer and discharge, and supports patients with basic daily needs.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with meals, co-leading group sessions, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to implement treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Two years of schooling in psychology or related field.
• Experience in patient care preferred.
• Basic clinical skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to patients on the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.
• Assist in the patient admission, discharge and transfer process.
• Obtain and record vital signs and orient patient to the unit.
• Assist in feeding and basic care needs as directed by the nurse.
• Co-lead group sessions and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Team collaboration

Education

Two years of schooling in psychology or related field

Job description

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the inpatient psychiatric unit. This full-time, on-site role provides direct patient care, assists with admission, transfer and discharge, and supports patients with basic daily needs.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with meals, co-leading group sessions, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team to implement treatment plans.