Mental Health Worker - Child Unit

The Child Unit is a 20-bed unit that provides rapid assessment and stabilization for children ages 5 to 11 for whom inpatient care is appropriate for safety and structure due to severity of condition and for safe medical management.

This is a part-time position working 7pm - 7:30am and Every Other Weekend.

What to expect. 

Under the close supervision of a licensed nurse, you will play an essential role in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on individual behaviors and conditions.  

To prepare for the responsibilities of this role, you will begin extended clinical orientation and training immediately following your first day of employment through Sheppard Pratt’s Clinical Education Department.   

What you’ll get from us. 

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

The pay range for this position is $19.36 minimum to $28.70 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.  

• High school diploma or GED.  
• An advanced degree in a human services field is strongly preferred, either in progress or already obtained.  
• Past direct care or related experience is strongly preferred.  
• For most positions, much be available to work every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday). 

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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