Mental Health Worker - Dual Focus Unit - Part Time Evenings

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the Gracie Square Hospital dual focus unit in New York City. The position is part-time with an evening shift from 3:30pm to 12am and includes rotating weekends.

You will observe and document patients’ physical, emotional, and social behaviors, build therapeutic relationships, and assist with daily activities to promote healing and independence. High school diploma or GED and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Evening (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 - Part Time Evenings

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 part time,evening shift position (3:30pm - 12am), includes working rotating weekends.

Required Criteria:

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

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian 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.