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.
Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $15 - $18 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Maintaining patient confidentiality Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Clerical experience Full Job Description Office Assistant Location Virginia Beach, Virginia Position Summary The Office Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to office and clinical staff. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently while maintaining professionalism in all interactions with clients, staff, and external partners. Key Responsibilities Provide general administrative support to office and program staff. Serve as a point of contact for clients, community partners, and external agencies both in person and by phone. Maintain and organize records, files, and documentation in accordance with organizational policies. Support scheduling, data entry, and routine office operations. Utilize office equipment including computers, multi-line phone systems, copiers, and other administrative tools. Ensure professional communication in all written and verbal interactions. Perform additional clerical and administrative duties as assigned. Qualifications & Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience Minimum of one (1) year of clerical or administrative experience in an office setting. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong organizational, computer, and communication skills required. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Professional customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. About Second Chances Comprehensive Services Second Chances Comprehensive Services (SCCS), a member of the SUN Behavioral Health network, provides community-based behavioral health and developmental services throughout Virginia. Through outpatient counseling, intensive in-home services, crisis intervention, mental health skill building, and community residential services, we empower children, adults, and families to achieve greater independence, stability, and well-being. At SCCS, we believe everyone deserves a second chance and are committed to delivering compassionate, person-centered care in the communities we serve. Benefits Second Chances Comprehensive Services, part of the SUN Behavioral Health network, offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance: Competitive paid time off (PTO) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee referral program Equal Employment Opportunity Second Chances Comprehensive Services is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws. Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
