Mental Health Worker (w/ CNA preferred) PT Eves Float
About the role
Provides role as patient advocate through role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care of patients, specifically patients’ activities of daily living. Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit through observation, monitoring, interacting, and providing or assisting in groups.
Responsibilities
- Consistently adheres to Butler Hospital service standards.
- Serves as patient advocate by role modeling standards of performance and addressing patients' needs for service.
- Assists registered nurses in direct care of patients, focusing on activities of daily living.
- Ensures a safe and therapeutic environment through observation, monitoring, interacting, and assisting in groups.
- Commits to self-development relevant to the role of mental health worker.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the social sciences preferred; comparable behavioral health experience may substitute for the degree.
- Experience working with mentally ill and/or developmentally delayed clients.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) preferred: 2% pay differential available for applicants who maintain an active CNA license.
About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—is a trusted, integrated health care organization. CNE fuels advances in medical research, attracts top specialty-trained doctors, develops renowned services and programs, and engages in critical health discussions with the community. Care New England is transforming the future of health care and serving as a leading voice in efforts to ensure the health of individuals and communities.