Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Behavioral Health - Per Diem

About the Role

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Behavioral Health Technician to join our mission-driven healthcare team on the Behavioral Health Unit at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford Springs, CT. This role is key to keeping patients engaged in recovery-oriented activities, communicating patient needs to the clinical team, monitoring patient safety, and working with nursing professionals to create a healing environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient observations and other patient care activities.
• Observes patient behavior.
• Performs, reports, and documents vital signs and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Responds rapidly to emergency call lights and performs safety checks.
• Provides group and individual interventions to assist psychiatric patients toward recovery and rehabilitation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with related experience required; Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experiences and the ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals.
• Prior experience in a psychiatric setting is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate good problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Per diem (part-time) position.
• Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated healthcare team.
• Engaged leadership with a continuum of healthcare services for north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts.

Johnson Memorial Hospital is a 92-bed institution and has been an anchor in north central Connecticut for over 100 years.