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Parakeet World Solutions

Mental Health Worker

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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.

$41,367 / year median in New Hampshire

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Worker (MHW)•
All Shifts Available Location:
Concord, NH We are seeking compassionate and dependable Mental Health Workers (MHWs) to provide direct patient care in an acute psychiatric care setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Available Shifts:
Days:
7:00 AM•3:00
PM Evenings:
3:00 PM•11:00
PM Nights:
11:00 PM•7:00
AM Responsibilities:
Assist with patient admissions, orientation, and documentation Monitor patient behavior and promptly report changes in condition Support patients with daily living activities, hygiene, and nutritional needs Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment Observe and document patient behaviors, including safety concerns Escort and supervise patients during appointments and other activities Reinforce treatment goals and provide emotional support using de-escalation techniques Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure quality patient care
Qualifications:
Experience in mental health or psychiatric care preferred Previous direct patient care experience preferred Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required Strong communication, observation, and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental health challenges Orientation will be conducted on the day shift for the first 4 weeks. Join a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered behavioral health care.
Pay:
$20.00•$21.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person