Mental Health Worker - Psych Adult

Department: Acute Adult Psych

Shift: Per Diem 

Facility: Mercy Medical Center

Location: Aurora, IL

Mental Health Worker Inpatient:  Under the direction and supervision of the RN, LVN or Charge RN assist the licensed nursing staff in providing and documenting patient care including assistance with activities of daily living. Supports the unit functions and maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and co-workers; functions as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team and communicates pertinent patient information to the supervising RN. Performs some clerical duties as assigned and provides basic nursing care for the adult and geriatric patients. Performs responsibilities within the guidelines of the Nursing Structure Standards, Hospital/Nursing Policy and state regulatory and accrediting requirements.

 
Mental Health Worker Outpatient: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing, RN and the Program Director carries out activities of daily living program and individual treatment plans for the psychiatric patients.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Must have current and valid license as a Certified Nursing Assistant issued by the State if a CNA.  If not a CNA, must have a minimum of one year experience working as Mental Health Worker in a hospital setting.
2. BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
3. One (1) year prior mental health experience preferred.
4. Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred.

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $20.59. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/