Mental Health Worker - Adult Crisis Stabilization

About the role

The Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit is a 22-bed unit offering psychiatric care for the treatment of major mental illnesses where the average length of stay is 8 days. Located in Towson, Maryland, this is an in‑person position.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Education: Ability to read and follow documentation in patient records, write required patient documentation, use basic computer skills, and communicate effectively – typically acquired through a high school education.
• Experience: A Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification may be accepted in lieu of a high school education; certification must be active upon hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Pursuit of a Human Services or Psychiatric‑related degree is preferred.
• Past direct care or related experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be available to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday).
• All new clinical staff will begin an extended clinical orientation/training immediately following the first day of employment.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.36 minimum to $28.70 maximum, with actual pay determined by factors such as years and level of related experience.

Schedule

Nights 7 pm – 7 am, 12‑hour shifts. Must be available to work every other weekend on Saturday and Sunday.