About the Role
Experience the Essence of Who We Are, Person-Center Care Is at Our Core. Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care. Today, top talented nurses continue to use compassionate, evidence-based practices in the best Psychiatry program. It’s a progressive environment—and a premier opportunity for your career. Join a Culture that Supports Excellence in Quality and Patient Satisfaction. At NewYork-Presbyterian, Mental Health Worker is a life-changing career journey focused on amazing patient outcomes every step of the way. You’ll work with the brightest minds in healthcare to make tomorrow better for countless human beings.
Responsibilities
- Observe and document patients' physical, emotional, and social behavior, reporting as necessary to the nursing team.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients.
- Intervene in times of anxiousness.
- Assist patients with their daily activities.
- Record vital signs and other important clinical information.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Accredited (AHA) organization
- Maintenance of Basic Life Support certification
- Demonstrate commitment to continued learning
- Successful completion of orientation
- All roles require on-site presence.
- Employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
- NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
Skills
- Psychiatry-related experience
Location
- White Plains, New York
Work Type
- Rotating
- Day/Evenings/Rotating
- On-site
Experience Level
- At least one year of psychiatry-related experience
Education Level
- A college degree
- High School Diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $30.65-$36.15/Hourly
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.
About the Company
- Over a century ago, NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center introduced the world to moral, humanistic psychiatric care.
- We blazed the way for use of the Planetree model and are the first behavioral health facility to be recognized as a Planetree Designated Patient-Centered Hospital with Distinction.
- Our hospital is also a recipient of Magnet from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
- Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high.
- Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion.
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Equal Opportunity
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
