Salem Hospital

Mental Health Specialist-Pedi Psych, Grant Funded (with training) - full time day/eve

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This grant funded position is for those new to the Mental Health Specialists position. Will train!

This position is specifically for those interested in the North Shore Behavioral Health Grant Program. Please only apply if you have completed an initial screening phone call. If you have not but are interested, please contact Elizabeth Kayajian (ekayajian@partners.org)

In partnership with MassHire North Shore Workforce Board and North Shore Community College, this Mental Health Specialist, with Training is a grant-funded position that will work fulltime at Salem Hospital on our Pediatric Psychiatric Unit or on one of two Adult Psychiatry Units. Additionally, this individual will be required to take a total of six three-credit courses over approximately two years. Classes will be offered online at a time convenient with their work schedule. This individual will be part of a group of other Mental Health Specialists with Training and will receive ongoing support from MGB, Salem Hospital and North Shore Community College throughout the duration of the program. At the end of the two-year program, efforts will be made to help identify next steps and career opportunities across the MGB system.

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, performs direct care to patients in a restraint free environment to promote the recovery of patients. Also provides appropriate medical attention for patients requiring care in voluntary and involuntary situations, under the direction of the Registered Nurse to promote the recovery of patients.

Required

  • HS Diploma or GED required.
  • Within 30 days of hire, requires successful completion of Avade Training. Requires intense attention to ensure a safe environment.Proficiency in using computers and the ability to quickly gain competency in various specific hospital software.Ability to communicate with patients of a diverse age, populations, and multitude of cultural/ethnic backgrounds.

Preferred

  • Experience in an acute care hospital setting, inpatient mental health unit or any related experience (eg: residential setting)
  • CPR Certification

Primary Location

MA-Salem-MGB NSMC Salem

Work Locations

MGB NSMC Salem

Job

Mental Health Worker

Organization

Salem Hospital

Schedule

Full-time

Standard Hours

40

Shift

Day Job

Posted Shift Description

must be available to work both day and evening shifts

Employee Status

Regular

Recruiting Department

SLM Psychiatry

Job Posting

May 8, 2024
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Health Care Provider
  • Industries

    Hospitals and Health Care

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