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Corewell Health Corporate
Mental Health Worker Emergency Center
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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.
$36,084 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
About This Unit The Emergency Department provides care to all populations, from newborns through geriatrics. Specialty services include a Level II Trauma Center and Centers of Excellence for Heart & Vascular and Stroke care. This is a 96-bed Emergency Center averaging approximately 300 patient visits per day. Team members receive a comprehensive orientation, including an Emergency Center-focused immersion program to support success in this fast-paced environment. We are seeking individuals with a positive attitude, strong compassion for delivering quality patient care, and the ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment. A collaborative mindset and passion for teamwork are essential. This role is ideal for Social Work and psychology students seeking hands-on clinical experience. About Troy Hospital Troy Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's best hospitals for orthopedics and urological services. It has also been ranked #3 on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list. This state-of-the-art facility provides advanced specialty and routine care, with a strong emphasis on patient satisfaction and ongoing medical advancement. Scope of Work Under moderate direction, the Mental Health Worker assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care. This role also helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment on the unit, working under the direction of the staff nurse and within the scope of defined practice. Qualifications Completion of Mental health Certificate program, 2 years college with major in Behavioral Science, or 4 years equivalent work experience in a behavioral health setting. Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field preferred. 1 year in behavioral setting preferred. BLS and CPI training required Good communication skills. Work well in an unpredictable environment. Must be able to occasionally handle working in a high paced stressful environment/situation How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE
- Troy Hospital
- 44201 Dequindre Rd
- Troy Department Name Emergency Center
- Troy Hosp Employment Type Part time Shift Night (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 24 Hours of Work 7:00 pm
- 7:30 am Days Worked Sunday to Saturday Weekend Frequency Every third weekend
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