Overnight Mental Health Support Specialist

Meritus Medical Center Inc; Bowmans Mill (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Shift differential for evening/night/週

Job summary

Brook Lane Main Campus in Maryland is seeking a Mental Health Associate for a part-time overnight shift to support our psychiatric care teams and patients. The role focuses on building trust, providing direct care with compassion, and maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu.

You may bring transferable skills from education, human services, coaching, customer service, or caregiving. A high school diploma is required (Bachelor’s in a social science is preferred), and CPR/BLS certification or

Qualifications

• High school diploma; Bachelor’s in a social science preferred
• Prior mental health or human services experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication skills and sound judgment
• Ability to stay calm, compassionate, and grounded in challenging situations
• Basic to moderate computer skills
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record (preferred)
• Current BLS (CPR) certification or willingness to obtain it

Responsibilities

• Building trust and therapeutic rapport with patients and families
• Providing direct care with compassion, patience, and professionalism
• Observing and documenting patient behavior to support clinical decision-making
• Responding to patient needs and assisting with behavioral interventions
• Helping maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment
• Leading or assisting with therapeutic programming, including our Theme of the Day activities
• Collaborating with nurses, therapists, and other team members
• Supporting new staff during orientation
• Ensuring age-appropriate, respectful, and culturally sensitive interactions
• Upholding unit rules and organizational policies with clarity and respect

Job description

Brook Lane Main Campus in Maryland is seeking a Mental Health Associate for a part-time overnight shift to support our psychiatric care teams and patients. The role focuses on building trust, providing direct care with compassion, and maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu.

You may bring transferable skills from education, human services, coaching, customer service, or caregiving. A high school diploma is required (Bachelor’s in a social science is preferred), and CPR/BLS certification or