Mental Health Support Specialist

Care New England; Providence, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England in Rhode Island seeks a Mental Health Worker to support nurses in direct patient care, especially activities of daily living, and to advocate for patient needs. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, therapeutic unit through attentive observation and group interaction.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in the social sciences (or equivalent behavioral health experience), with strong written and verbal communication skills, and a CNA license considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences preferred or equivalent behavioral health experience.
• Experience with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists registered nurses in direct care of patients, specifically activities of daily living.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit through observation and interaction.
• Provides patient advocacy through role modeling and meeting patients' needs for service.
• Supports self-development related to the mental health worker role.

Skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences

Job description

Care New England in Rhode Island seeks a Mental Health Worker to support nurses in direct patient care, especially activities of daily living, and to advocate for patient needs. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, therapeutic unit through attentive observation and group interaction.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in the social sciences (or equivalent behavioral health experience), with strong written and verbal communication skills, and a CNA license considered a plus.