Mental Health Worker Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Mental Health Center is looking for a motivated Mental Health Worker. The selected candidate will join a diverse and dynamic team to provide direct care and support to shelter guests and to foster a compassionate, safe, and therapeutic environment within the shelter. The ideal candidate has experience working with clients with serious, persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or who have experienced homelessness. The selected candidate must be flexible, able and willing to grow and learn, and able to work collaboratively with shelter guests and supervise other staff in a challenging environment.

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Assists, instructs, and supervises clients in the Center with their ADL skills (i.e. showers, meals, laundry, housekeeping, etc.)
Provides participates and supervises recreational activities for the clients.
Meets with clients upon admission to the shelter and explains and answers any questions regarding the shelter rules and expectations.
Performs related duties to support the shelter operations.
- Administers medication and completes all medication-related tasks as needed (extensive training and certification in medication administration are provided).
- Assesses and responds with appropriate and effective therapeutic intervention for clients in crisis.
- Floats between shelter units as needed.

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Job summary 2

The Mental Health Worker is an integral part of the treatment team on the inpatient units at the Mental Health Center. Serves as a role model for the other staff at all times by taking initiative in meeting patient needs, demonstrating professionalism and respect in all interactions, and working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, and Mental Health Workers of a higher grade.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Provides direct care services in the skills of daily living by instructing and/or assisting patients with any of the following: feeding, bathing, toileting, dressing, cleaning and clothing maintenance, oral and physical hygiene, self-preservation, etc. including taking and reporting vital signs to ensure the daily needs, dignity, and human rights of the patients are met.
To better serve our patients and to promote safety, the Mental Health Worker will make attempts to establish a rapport with all patients; and will also practice the principles of Safety, Hope, and Healing. This includes delivering trauma-informed care, utilizing de-escalation techniques, and the patients’ Individual Crisis Plans.
- Additional duties include providing 15-minute checks and 1:1 or constant observation as ordered; responding efficiently and effectively to emergencies.
- Successful candidates will be committed to treating all patients with dignity and respect through interactions that affirm the individual’s needs and preferences and by optimally integrating the patient’s perspective into all facets of care; and will advocate for patients, facilitate timely resolution of patient concerns and assist patients in the exercise of their rights.
- Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, the ability to lift heavy objects or persons, and be comfortable working with patients in physical or emotional distress.

Requirements & Skills 2

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Capacity to perform basic mathematics.
- Proven ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals.
- Talent for communicating effectively in oral expression, writing clearly and concisely, and developing ideas in a logical sequence.
- Skilled in interacting with people who are under emotional stress with the ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergencies.

Job summary 3

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic Mental Health Worker to fill the role of Mental Health Worker. This position provides programmatic direct care services to clients, assists in the implementation of habilitative/rehabilitative, behavioral, and recreational programs, performs client-related housekeeping duties, maintains client-related records, and provides leisure activities to clients. Mental Health Workers treat all residents with dignity and respect through interactions that affirm the individual’s needs and preferences and by optimally integrating their perspective into all facets of care.

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At the beginning of each shift, a staff person is assigned to specific client rooms to assist clients in organizing their space, completing their ADLs, problem-solving, and communicating with other clients and staff.
Assists in intake duties for new clients, including welcoming clients, searching for belongings, orienting them to the milieu, etc.
Plans assigns and coordinates client schedules and services.
- Provides programmatic direct care services in the skills of daily living by instructing and/or assisting clients in feeding, bathing, toileting, dressing, clothing, maintenance, oral and physical hygiene, self-preservation, etc., to ensure that the daily needs and the human rights of the clients are met.
- Assists in the implementation of habilitative/rehabilitative behavioral and recreational programs, communicating with the team about observations regarding client behavior, needs, desires, or problems.
- Assists in office-related tasks such as copying, filing, etc.

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Job summary 4

Reporting directly to the Assistant Supervisor, the Mental Health Worker is responsible for carrying out the assigned programming to the residents. Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the residents served.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Maintains apartment life in a harmonious and as close to a “normal” environment as possible, free of tension and stress so that all residents can live together comfortably.
Teaches residents appropriate Activity of Daily Living Skills.
Implements specified individual service plans as developed by the residential rehabilitation team.
Provides individual support and direction for residents as needed.
- Assists residents in community orientation and integration.
- As necessary changes linen and makes beds; cares for resident’s clothing and property; assists with oral hygiene, weighs residents, showers/bathes residents, and assists with dressing and grooming activities.
- Provides physical assistance to residents as needed with Activities of Daily Living Skill development.

Requirements & Skills 4

High school diploma or equivalent required.
College courses in the Humanities or Social Sciences preferred.
Two (2) years experience in working with mentally handicapped individuals preferred.

Job summary 5

The Mental Health Workers provide care to individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities under the direction of nurses and physicians. Closely monitors patients' physical and emotional well-being and reports to medical staff.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
Perform EKGs
Draw labs and collect specimens from patients
- Assist patients in their daily activities such as: eating, dressing, and bathing.
- Provide therapeutic groups and recreational activities to patients.
- Assist in non violent crisis intervention.

Requirements & Skills 5

High School graduate or equivalent.
- College degree preferred or previous experience in working with psychiatric and/or substance abuse patients preferred.
- CPR within 6 months of the date of hire required.
- Previous experience in psychology or sociology desirable.

Job summary 6

We are seeking a candidate for the Nursing Department to provide direct care and treatment to adult mentally ill clients in the locked units of DMH at the Hospital under the direction of professional nursing staff. The Mental Health Worker will provide assistance, instruction, and supervision in activities of daily living including hygiene, care of the living area, and care of personal belongings. All interactions will be person-centered on utilizing a person-first approach with the safety of all being the number one priority while acknowledging the dignity of risk.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Provides direct care services daily to include but not limited to taking vital signs, monitoring intake and output as well as assisting clients with feeding and personal hygiene while instructing and assisting clients in learning skills of daily living to promote independent ADL functioning.
Utilizes a Person First, Person-Centered approach when working with clients in assisting them in their recovery.
- Provides care to the patients concerning their needs as defined by the specific age population and/or culture. Assist in problem identification, planning, and teaching by reporting pertinent observations to the charge person.
- Serves as a client advocate and ensures that confidentiality and human rights are maintained.
- Ensures the spiritual needs of clients are met by coordinating with senior staff and/or charge nurses.

Requirements & Skills 6

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.
Ability to write clearly and concisely, expressing thoughts clearly and developing ideas in a logical sequence.
Ability to work in a team setting and group situations.
Ability to establish rapport & deal tactfully with persons from varied ethnic, cultural, or economic backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergencies.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects or persons.

Job summary 7

The Mental Health Worker functions under the direction of the Professional Nurse and is responsible to the Clinical Manager. This position provides direct care and maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu for a select group of patients in the Psychiatric Unit. Provides services to the adult population.

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Requirements & Skills 7

Associate Degree required. A baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service or related field is preferred.
Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager.
Must demonstrate aptitude and willingness to learn role-related skills.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current RIH Crisis Management certification or current enrollment.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Job summary 8

The Mental Health Worker functions as part of the nursing team in providing for the care of patients in the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of individual and group methods, the Mental Health Worker participates in the assessment, physical, and psychological treatment programs of the units. The Mental Health Worker also provides backup services to the Behavioral Health Services Crisis Center (CCC). The position requires the ability to relate well to both individuals and social agencies.

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Requirements & Skills 8

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science field from an accredited university or college.
Must be able to work cooperatively with other members of the staff, agencies, and the general public to promote the growth and development of Behavioral Health Services.
Must be able to relate well and work effectively with people, assisting them in developing their capacities and resolving their specific problems.
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to translate theoretical knowledge at the operational level for self and others so that all may grow in their ability to function at a more optimal level.
- CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Job summary 9

The Mental Health Worker performs selected patient care activities under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Frequently performs/provides patient care duties and assists patients with general hygiene as delegated by the RN
Continuously interacts with patients/significant others as a member of the interdisciplinary team
Frequently provides support for the patient's treatment plan.
Completes progress notes on assigned patients per program and hospital policy.
Frequently observes and records patient information pertinent to treatment plan and reports this information to the RN
- Performs other related work as required.
- Philosophy consistent with the Hospital’s Policies, Confidentiality, Privacy, and Corporate Compliance programs including; Federal and State Laws.
- Philosophy consistent with the Hospital’s mission to deliver high-quality and compassionate healthcare services to our patients, physicians, and communities we serve, focusing on customer service.

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Job summary 10

The Mental Health Worker provides direct behavioral health patient care.

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Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Red Cross obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Associates Degree preferred.
- Behavioral Health experience and college courses in psychology preferred.

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