Inpatient Psychiatric Care Specialist

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will work under a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, carrying out nursing interventions to support learning and adaptive coping for patients and families, in a PFCC-centered environment.

The role emphasizes patient safety, dignity, and collaboration, with a focus on effective communication and responsive care.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with at least two years of college or equivalent.
• Minimum one year experience in a psychiatric facility (inpatient unit or outpatient clinic).
• Ability to deal effectively with agitated or violent patients; excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized patient care to ensure safety and dignity of the patient.
• Assists nursing staff to maintain a therapeutic milieu and support unit safety and treatment.
• Participates in unit activities and attends staff meetings to promote a cohesive nursing team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to handle agitated patients

Education

High school diploma + 2 years college

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will work under a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, carrying out nursing interventions to support learning and adaptive coping for patients and families, in a PFCC-centered environment.

The role emphasizes patient safety, dignity, and collaboration, with a focus on effective communication and responsive care.