Mental Health Associate - Night Shift - Brook Lane

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Brook Lane’s Main Campus in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Mental Health Associate for the night shift. This full-time role involves providing direct patient care, therapeutic support, and maintaining a structured, healing environment for children, adolescents, and adults in a psychiatric setting.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain. 72 hours bi-weekly with three 12-hour night shifts per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Observe and document patient behaviors and progress.
• Support patient safety with proactive interventions.
• Facilitate daily activities and therapy programs.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment.
• Provide compassionate support during challenging situations.
• Maintain a structured, healing environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to reach goals.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff.
• Follow policies, safety standards, and confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Brook Lane | Main Campus, Hagerstown, MD 13121 Brook Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21742

Mental Health Associate (Night Shift)

Brook Lane | Main Campus, Hagerstown, MD 13121 Brook Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21742

Full-Time | 72 Hours Bi-Weekly

Three 12-Hour Shifts Per Week

Day Shift: 7:00pm - 7:30am

Benefits Eligible

• Every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required

Make a Difference Every Day

At Brook Lane, our Mental Health Associates are more than caregivers. They are advocates, role models, and an essential part of the treatment team helping children, adolescents, and adults on their path to recovery.

If you are compassionate, resilient, and looking for a meaningful career where your work directly impacts lives, we invite you to join our team. Whether you are beginning a career in behavioral health or building experience for future social work, counseling, psychology, nursing, or healthcare goals, this role offers valuable hands‑on experience in a dynamic psychiatric care environment.

A current valid driver's license with no restrictions on driving privileges is required.

What You'll Do

As a Mental Health Associate, you will provide direct patient care and therapeutic support while helping maintain a safe, structured, and healing environment. Working alongside nurses, therapists, psychiatrists, and other clinical professionals, you will:

• Build positive, therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Observe, monitor, and document patient behaviors and progress.
• Support patient safety through proactive interventions and de-escalation techniques.
• Facilitate daily activities and therapeutic programming.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment and recovery-focused activities.
• Provide compassionate support during challenging emotional and behavioral situations.
• Maintain a structured environment that promotes healing and personal growth.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to support patient goals.
• Assist with orientation and training of new team members.
• Adhere to organizational policies, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current valid driver's license with no restrictions on driving privileges.
• Ability to safely operate hospital vehicles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and team members in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Sociology, or another social science field.
• Previous experience in behavioral health, mental health, healthcare, direct support, residential treatment, or human services.

Why Brook Lane?

• Gain hands‑on experience in psychiatric and behavioral healthcare.
• Work alongside experienced clinical professionals.
• Build a foundation for careers in nursing, counseling, psychology, social work, medicine, and other healthcare fields.
• Enjoy a collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Receive comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and patient interaction throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds when necessary.
• Moderate computer use for documentation and communication.
• Ability to respond to crisis situations and maintain patient safety.
• Must be able to work on-site and maintain regular attendance.
• May be exposed to challenging patient behaviors, including verbally or physically aggressive actions.

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.