Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Psychiatric Services

Backus Hospital
Norwich, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2024 CLOSED ON 4/21/2024

Job Posting for Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Psychiatric Services at Backus Hospital

Description

Job Schedule: Part Time
Standard Hours: 24
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Must be able to work every other weekend, and every other holiday.


Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 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.

Qualifications


  • High School diploma or equivalent, 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.

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
  • Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
  • Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs

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.

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