Night Shift Mental Health Associate: Compassionate Care

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Educational assistance

Employee assistance program

Shift differential

Job summary

Brook Lane is seeking a Mental Health Associate for night shift to support patients across ages in a compassionate, therapeutic environment. You’ll work with nurses and therapists to provide direct care, observe behaviors, and help implement behavioral interventions on a structured unit.

The role emphasizes empathy, calmness under pressure, and collaboration, with on-site shifts, on-going training, and opportunities to contribute to programming and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s in social science preferred.
• Direct mental health experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and sound judgment are essential.
• Ability to stay calm, compassionate, and grounded in challenging situations.
• Basic to moderate computer skills are needed.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and therapeutic rapport with patients and families.
• Provide direct care with compassion, patience, and professionalism.
• Observe and document patient behavior to support clinical decisions.
• Respond to patient needs and assist with behavioral interventions.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
• Lead or assist with therapeutic programming and activities.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other team members.
• Support new staff during orientation.
• Ensure age-appropriate, respectful, and culturally sensitive interactions.
• Uphold unit rules and organizational policies with clarity and respect.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Computer skills

Driver's license

BLS CPR

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s in social science preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Brook Lane is seeking a Mental Health Associate for night shift to support patients across ages in a compassionate, therapeutic environment. You’ll work with nurses and therapists to provide direct care, observe behaviors, and help implement behavioral interventions on a structured unit.

The role emphasizes empathy, calmness under pressure, and collaboration, with on-site shifts, on-going training, and opportunities to contribute to programming and patient safety.