On-Call Mental Health Support & Counseling Specialist

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services in California seeks a Mental Health Worker to assist with medication administration, perform rounds and bed checks, and support residents to stay comfortable and safe during their stay. The ideal candidate will engage residents in conversations, bring counseling experience, and demonstrate good decision-making.

A strong people orientation and prior work in residential mental health are preferred, with CPR/First Aid and a driver’s license

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field
• At least one year of experience preferred in a related field
• Basic First Aid & CPR, Clear California and Federal background checks
• Driver's License required

Responsibilities

• Assists residents in daily living activities and trains residents in self-care practices
• Aids staff in administering therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, arts and crafts, and recreational games
• Converses with residents to promote social interaction
• Observes and documents residents' behaviors to inform treatment goals
• Attends to routine health care needs under supervision and reports status changes
• Assists residents in taking medication as prescribed
• Accompanies residents on off-grounds trips and counsels residents in purchases
• Follows facility safety guidelines and universal precautions
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services in California seeks a Mental Health Worker to assist with medication administration, perform rounds and bed checks, and support residents to stay comfortable and safe during their stay. The ideal candidate will engage residents in conversations, bring counseling experience, and demonstrate good decision-making.

A strong people orientation and prior work in residential mental health are preferred, with CPR/First Aid and a driver’s license