Mental Health Worker - Behavioral Health

MedStar Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Saint Joseph Hospital in Elgin, IL. The role involves assisting nursing staff with patient care, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and supporting daily living activities for psychiatric patients. Applicants should have a valid CNA license, BLS certification, and prior mental health experience preferred.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred).
• BLS certification upon hire.
• One year mental health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in providing patient care and support.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Function as part of the interdisciplinary care team.

Skills

Patient Care

Interpersonal Communication

Documentation

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

BLS certification

One year mental health experience

Job description

Mental Health Worker - Behavioral Health

Facility

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin

Location

US-IL-Elgin

ID

2025-210069

Category

Aide

Position Type

Full Time

Shift

Days

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

Department: Psych Acute Adult/ Behavioral Health

Schedule: Full-time, Days, 7a-7:30p, 12-hour shifts. Rotating weekends and holidays

Facility: Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Hosiptal Elgin

Location: Elgin, IL 60123

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Mental Health Worker Inpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living. Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers; functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients. Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

Mental Health Worker Outpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN and the Program Director carries out activities of daily living program and individual treatment plans for the psychiatric patients.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

Current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA, preferred.
1. Current BLS upon hire and maintain current.
2. One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
3. Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $15.07 to $21.82. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

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The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

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