A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
Amergis Healthcare Staffing About the Opportunity Our agency is partnering with one of San Diego's premier after-school program providers to support multiple school sites across the county. We're looking for energetic, reliable, and student-focused individuals to join their teams as Youth Leaders (Inclusion Aides) This opportunity is ideal for anyone passionate about education, youth development, or behavioral support, and eager to make an immediate impact in a meaningful, hands-on role. Positions Available - Youth Leader / Inclusion Aides Work with a group of 15-20 General Education students to help run activities such as sports, study sessions or other fun after school activities Additional Qualities Experience working with children (school, camp, tutoring, childcare, etc.) preferred Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment Reliable, punctual, and committed to supporting youth Schedule & Hours Monday-Friday, afterschool hours (typically 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM) Early Release days on Wed or Thurs start time 11:30am Flexible scheduling available depending on site needs Opportunities for consistent weekly hours The School Aide is an individual who works with students requiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision of the special education department, teacher and/or supervising designee. The School Aide may also provide support services to assist students with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs, as established by a rehabilitation health practitioner, social worker or other health care professional.
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
