Mental Health Support Specialist | Flexible Schedule

Mission Community Hospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Career Growth

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Mission Community Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Worker to support licensed nurses in delivering patient care in a mental health setting. You will monitor vital signs, assist with ADLs, and communicate changes in patient status to the RN.

The role emphasizes de‑escalation and safety, with focus on timely documentation and compassionate care. The position requires flexible scheduling, teamwork, and the ability to respond quickly to changing patient conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families and staff.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology and patient care workflows.
• Experience assisting with activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Ability to lift or transfer patients with proper support or assistive devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nurses with patient care under supervision.
• Document vital signs, intake/output, and report changes to RN promptly.
• Support de-escalation and safety procedures per hospital policy.
• Aid in admissions tasks, orientation, and organization of patient belongings.
• Assist with ADLs including bathing, grooming, mobility, and nutrition monitoring.
• Recognize patients at risk for falls and follow fall prevention protocols.
• Provide care focusing on psychosocial and physical needs under RN direction.

Skills

Communication skills

BLS/CPR certified

Medical terminology

Patient care

Team collaboration

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mission Community Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Worker to support licensed nurses in delivering patient care in a mental health setting. You will monitor vital signs, assist with ADLs, and communicate changes in patient status to the RN.

The role emphasizes de‑escalation and safety, with focus on timely documentation and compassionate care. The position requires flexible scheduling, teamwork, and the ability to respond quickly to changing patient conditions.