Mental Health Worker - Dual Focus Unit - Full Time Days

Gracie Square Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gracie Square Hospital in New York, NY is seeking a Mental Health Worker on the Dual Focus Unit for full-time days. You will observe and document patients' behaviors, report insights to the nursing team, and help build therapeutic relationships to support recovery.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and excellent communication. You will assist with daily living activities, participate in care planning, and contribute to a compassionate, patient-centered

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document patients' physical, emotional, and social behaviors and report to the nursing staff.
• Build therapeutic relationships and provide support during moments of anxiety.
• Assist patients with daily activities to promote healing and independence.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Job description

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Help Drive the Success of Behavioral Health Reimagined

Gracie Square Hospital is a leadingbehavioral health facility in New York Cityproviding comprehensive, personalizedhealthcare. Through our affiliation with NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and their loved ones through innovative approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Pursue the following position and join us in building on our legacy of world-class patient and family-centered care by taking your career – to the next level.

Mental Health Worker - Dual Focus Unit - Full Time Days

As a Mental Health Worker, you’ll be the eyes and ears of our dedicated care team—observing and documenting patients’ physical, emotional, and social behaviors, and reporting key insights to the nursing staff. You’ll build therapeutic relationships, provide expert support during moments of anxiety, and assist patients with daily activities that promote healing and independence. Pursue this extraordinary opportunity to gain valuable frontline experience by helping patients achieve meaningful recovery and long-term well-being.

This is a full time,night shift position (7:30am- 4pm), includes working rotating weekends.

Required Criteria:

• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Excellent Communication Skills

Join a hospital where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture respect, diversity, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
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• 2024 “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” – Human Rights Campaign
• 2023 “Gold Certified in Excellence in Person-Centered Care” – Planetree
• 2022 “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” - Human Rights Campaign

Gracie Square Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$24.71/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.