Mental Health Worker - Adult Psych

Hartford HealthCare; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a dedicated professional in Westport, Connecticut, to provide direct behavioral health patient care. This role includes assisting patients in daily living activities, providing and monitoring care, and establishing therapeutic relationships.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associates Degree and have experience in behavioral health. The position offers excellent medical and dental benefits, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and generous paid time off starting on the date of hire.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associates Degree for a role in behavioral health.
• Behavioral Health experience and college courses in psychology are preferred.
• Must obtain BLS Provider credential within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Provide direct patient care and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and report patient behavior and changes in condition.

Skills

Behavioral Health experience

Knowledge of diagnostic procedures

Patient care

Education

Associates Degree

College courses in psychology

Tools

Certified BLS Provider credential

Job description

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437)

Shift Detail: Day shift, 7 a‑3:30 p.m., every other weekend, including holidays

Job Summary

Provides direct behavioral health patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
• Reviews assignment with supervising RN, seeking clarification when unsure of expectations.
• Maintains open communication with teammates regarding progress on completion of assignment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to behavioral health patients in a timely and individualized manner.
• Provides for patient comfort by performing tasks/services that optimize patient satisfaction.
• Provides for patient safety in a manner that prevents patient injury.
• Contributes to efficient departmental operations in order to control costs and ensure productivity.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred.
• Behavioral Health experience and college courses in psychology preferred.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
• Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs