Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

St Mary - Dixon

Aftercare Assistant

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Career Insights for Mental Health Assistant

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Illinois data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

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.

$34,786 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Rate of pay: $15.00 per hour
Part-Time:
2:15 pm - 5:00 pm, 2-5 days per week; when school is in session.
Benefits Reports to:
Principal General Duties Assist the aftercare coordinator in the supervision of students. Distribute snacks and milk to students. Help organize activities and prepare materials for students in grades Preschool through 5th grade. Support students who need help with instruction, homework, and activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Understand and follow specific instructions and procedures, including safety procedures. Ability to maintain a safe, supportive, and caring environment for children.