Mental Health Worker(MHW) - Adult Psych
Hartford HealthCare · Westport, CT · 2 mo ago
HealthcareInternship
Job Summary
Provides direct behavioral health patient care.
Responsibilities
- Aids patients with activities of daily living.
- Performs diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
- Observes and documents patient behavior and activities.
- Suggests modifications to the treatment plan based on observed changes.
- Maintains a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
- Communicates effectively with supervising RN to clarify assignments.
- Ensures patient comfort through optimal service delivery.
- Prevents patient injury through safe practice.
- Contributes to efficient departmental operations.
Qualifications
- Associates Degree preferred.
- Behavioral Health experience and college courses in psychology preferred.
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.