Mental Health Aide - Crisis Support & Groups

Physician Affiliate Group of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Choice of three-tiered medical plans

Generous paid time off program

Job summary

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) seeks a Supervising Treatment Aide in New York City’s Correctional Health Services. This role involves performing crisis interventions, patient supervision, and providing therapeutic support in a correctional health environment. Candidates should have relevant degrees or equivalent experience in behavioral health. The position offers competitive compensation, including a salary of $27.75 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. PAGNY is committed to diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Two years of full-time experience in Nursing Behavioral Health is acceptable.
• Must be able to establish successful interpersonal relationships.

Responsibilities

• Orients patients to unit policies and procedures.
• Identifies patient characteristics that may trigger agitated behavior.
• Communicates clinical matters to professional staff.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patient supervision

Team collaboration

Behavioral management

Education

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services or health related area

High School diploma or GED with two years experience

Job description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) seeks a Supervising Treatment Aide in New York City’s Correctional Health Services. This role involves performing crisis interventions, patient supervision, and providing therapeutic support in a correctional health environment. Candidates should have relevant degrees or equivalent experience in behavioral health. The position offers competitive compensation, including a salary of $27.75 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. PAGNY is committed to diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.