Mental Health Worker I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a Mental Health Worker I for the Lindemann Inn Shelter at the Erich Lindemann Mental Health Center. This evening position supports shelter guests with ADL, activities, and crisis response, with required MAP and CPR certifications within 6 months.

The role involves administrative tasks, medication administration training, and collaboration with a diverse team to maintain a therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None.
• Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at a class level specific to assignment.
• Based on assignment: obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and MAP certifications after training.

Responsibilities

• Assists, instructs, and supervises clients in ADL skills (showers, meals, laundry, housekeeping).
• Provides, participates in, and supervises recreational activities for clients.
• Meets with clients at admission; explains shelter rules and expectations.
• Provides administrative and clerical support for shelter operations.
• Administers medication and completes medication-related tasks (training provided).
• Assesses and responds with therapeutic intervention in crisis.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for clients and staff.

Skills

MAP training & certification

CPR certification

Instructional follow-through

Effective communication

Calm under stress

Teamwork

Professional growth

Driver’s license

Bilingual (preferred)

Job description

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job Description - Mental Health Worker I (2600069Y)

Job Description

Description

The Erich Lindemann Mental Health Center is looking for a motivated Mental Health Worker I for the Lindemann Inn Shelter. The selected candidate will join a diverse and dynamic team to provide direct care and support to shelter guests and to foster a compassionate, safe, and therapeutic environment within the shelter. The ideal candidate has experience working with clients with serious, persistent mental illness, substance abuse and/or who have experienced homelessness. The selected candidate must be flexible and able to work collaboratively with shelter guests and other staff in a challenging environment.

The Lindemann Inn is an emergency homeless shelter for clients of the Department of Mental Health consisting of a 60- bed CoEd Unit and a 20-bed Women's Unit and located inside the Erich Lindemann Mental Health Center. The Lindemann Inn is committed to promoting the independence and self-determination of those we serve as a step toward successful transition to permanent housing.

Schedule: Evening position, Saturday-Tuesday 2:45p-11:15p. Days off Thursday and Friday. Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Assists, instructs, and supervises clients in the Lindemann Inn with their ADL skills (i.e., showers, meals, laundry, housekeeping, etc.)
• Provides, participates, and supervises recreational activities for the clients.
• Meets with clients upon admission to the shelter, explains and answers any questions regarding the shelter rules and expectations.
• Provides administrative and clerical support to maintain basic shelter operations as needed.
• Administers medication and completes all medication-related tasks as needed (extensive training and certification in medication administration is provided).
• Assesses and responds with an appropriate and effective therapeutic intervention to clients in crisis.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for shelter guests and staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to gather information through observing and questioning individuals.
• Talent for communicating effectively in oral expression, writing clearly and concisely, and developing ideas in logical sequence.
• Skilled in interaction with people who are under emotional stress with the ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergency situations.
• Capacity to work in a team setting and in group situations.
• Committed to professional growth and development.
• Successful completion of MAP training and certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• Maintains up to date CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, substance abuse and/or who have experienced homelessness.
• Driver’s license.
• Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

DMH Mission Statement

The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.

Pre-Offer Process

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at a class level specific to assignment.

Based on assignment: Incumbents are required upon successful completion of a training program to obtain and maintain one or more of the following certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification .

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / ... Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Job

Direct Care

Agency

Department of Mental Health

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Evening

Job Posting

Sep 16, 2026, 8:05:16 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

48,754.68 - 61,653.28 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Aff ... . contact ... Christina Hyppolite /[e-mail] - 8572835830

Bargaining Unit : 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No