Mental Health Worker Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Mental Health Worker Emerson Hospital United States, Massachusetts, Concord 133 Old Road to 9 Acre Corner (Show on map) Jun 23, 2025
Mental Health Worker

Job Ref:

32197

Category:

Behavioral & Mental Health Location:

Emerson Hospital,
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner,
Concord,
MA 01742

Department:

North 5 (Psych)

Schedule:

Part Time Shift:

Night shift

Hours:

11:00pm-7:30am We see your potential. At Emerson Health, you will be supported, respected, and empowered to lead. Join a compassionate, close-knit team where your voice is heard-and your impact is real. At Emerson Health, excellence is personal. As aCounselor in our inpatient behavioral health unit, you will lead by example-supporting patients, mentoring peers, and helping shape a healing environment rooted in dignity, safety, and respect. Our behavioral health unit is known for its calm, therapeutic setting and for a culture built on teamwork, discretion, and trust. We rely on proactive de-escalation techniques, and our unit consistently maintains an outstanding safety record for both patients and staff. Leadership is always nearby-and always engaged. Here, you are not just part of a team-you are part of a community. We see the people behind the job titles and make sure you have the time, training, and support to thrive. Your Role Partner in the development and delivery of individualized patient care plans
Lead therapeutic groups and provide one-on-one patient support
Help ensure safe, compassionate admissions and a calm unit environment
Mentor and support mental health counselors during shifts
Collaborate closely with the Charge Nurse and interdisciplinary team
Accurately document patient interactions and observations
Welcome and help train new team members
Contribute to quality improvement efforts and a positive patient experience
Advocate for patient dignity, safety, and rights
Support continuous improvement efforts on the unit and hospital-wide Why Emerson Health’s Behavioral Health Unit? We see you-and we support you.

Supportive leadership:

Unit managers are hands-on, visible, and part of the care team
Healing environment: A bright, calm unit designed for recovery-for patients and staff alike
Team-first culture: We work as one, across roles, with mutual respect and shared purpose
Empowered care: Our team uses discretion, collaboration, and evidence-based strategies to keep patients-and each other-safe
Career with meaning: Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your voice and nurtures your growth If you are passionate about behavioral health and ready to bring your skills to a place that sees your value-both as a professional and a person-we would love to meet you. Apply today and discover what personalized excellence feels like. Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, Behavioral Health Nursing, provides comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, and in accordance with the stated philosophy and objectives of the Behavioral Health Department and Nursing Service Department. The Mental Health Counselor is accountable for the safety of the care they deliver. Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Degree in a field related to mental health preferred. Experience
Minimum one year experience in inpatient psychiatric environment or psychiatric triage preferred. Licensure and/or Certification
BLS healthcare provider required.
CPI achieved within 3 months of hire required. Skills
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Critical thinking skills.
Organizational skills.
Computer skills.
Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to maintain confidential information.