Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Behavioral Health

Hartford HealthCare at Home; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hartford HealthCare at Home as a Mental Health Worker in Norwich, CT, where your role under RN direction will support patients and their families. This entry-level position includes various shifts and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to quality care in our communities.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%

Generous paid time off

Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages

Qualifications

• Two years direct experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• MOAB certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of care to patients and their families under RN direction.
• Contribute to continuity and quality of patient care and family well-being.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Ability to Read and Understand Instructions

Effective Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Join us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day. As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond. By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care. Come be part of something special!

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Mental Health Worker will assist in the delivery of care to patients and their family. The Mental Health Worker fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well-being of the patient and family.

Various shifts and schedules available part time and per diem; first shift: 7:00am-3:30pm, second shift: 11:00am- 7:30pm; third shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am, and Per Diem that fills in on any open shift. All of these positions require rotating weekends and holidays. Current shift openings will be discussed during interview.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required, advanced degree preferred
• Two (2) years direct experience in a psychiatric setting or in human services field preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire. Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certification within 90 days of hire
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information.
• Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use)
  
  

We take great care of careers.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organization:

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire.
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
  
  

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Healthcare

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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