Mental Health Worker Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Unit

Sheppard Pratt; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Towson, MD is seeking a Mental Health Worker for the Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Unit. This 6-bed inpatient unit supports adults with co-occurring developmental and psychiatric disorders, providing care under a professional nurse.

The role is full-time, 36 hours per week, with 12-hour night shifts from 7pm to 7am and every other weekend. Candidates should have HS Diploma/GED; a Human Services related degree or related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; Human Services related degree preferred.
• Past direct care experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors.
• Provide direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan under supervision.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment per policies.

Skills

Direct patient care

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Human Services related degree

Job description

## Mental Health Worker Intellectual Disabilities and Autism UnitTowson,MDMENTA013204Direct Care Support Staff$19.36-$28.70hourlyApply nowSAVE JOBRelated RolesMental Health Worker Intellectual Disabilities and Autism UnitTowson,MDDirect Care Support StaffRehabilitation SpecialistLanham,MDDirect Care Support StaffRehabilitation SpecialistSykesville,MDDirect Care Support StaffShare# Job Overview**The Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Unit** is a specialized inpatient unit for the psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment of adults with co-occurring developmental and psychiatric disorders. This is a 6-bed unit that offers a behavioral approach to care for these dually diagnosed adults.**This is a full-time, 36 hours/week position that requires availability to work 12 hour shifts (7pm-7am) and every other weekend.****As a Mental Health Worker you will:*** Participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors.* Provide direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.* Assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.**Requirements:*** HS Diploma/GED. Human Services related degree or past direct care, or related experience strongly preferred.* Must be available to work 36 hours per week and every other weekend.* All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.The pay range for this position is $19.36 minimum to $28.70 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.#LI-RM2