Mental Health Worker (Full Time, 3rd Shift)

Allied Services
Pottsville, PA, US
Full-time

$500 Sign on Bonus

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Reporting directly to the Program Supervisor, Mental Health Worker is responsible for carrying out the assigned programming to the residents.

Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the residents served.

Type of supervision exercised : None. Jobs reporting to this position : None.

EDUCATION :

High school diploma or equivalent required.

College courses in the Humanities or Social Sciences preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE :

Two (2) years experience in working with mentally handicapped individuals preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS :

Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.

CPR certification and First Aid certification must be obtained and maintained.

Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff, management, residents and external agency personnel.

Valid PA driver's license required for driving of program vans.

Must successfully complete Allied's Driver Testing Program

Must be able to work flexible scheduled work time to accommodate the needs of the residents of the program.

Must be willing to rotate throughout CRRP work sites.

Must possess the ability to make mature and good judgments in matters related to resident safety.

Must adheres to established company and program policies and procedure related to safety and infection control.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Moderate Work : duties require exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and / or up to 10lbs.

of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time) , and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (i.

e., occasional patient transfers).

Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift.

Position required occasional crisis intervention for protection of self and others.

Must be able to transport self throughout facility.

Must be able to travel as required.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS :

Occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Frequent work in and around bathroom / shower areas where floors can be wet.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Works in residential setting for mentally ill adults.

Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and seasons.

30+ days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Aldi
CENTER VALLEY, PA, US

Generous Vacation Time & 7 Paid Holidays. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, ...

Promoted
Geisinger
Delano, Pennsylvania

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Patient Care Technician - No CNA Cert Required - Full Time, All Shifts. Full be...

Promoted
St. Luke's University Health Network
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania

The Environmental Services Aide performs the general and aseptic cleaning and sanitizing of patient rooms, auxiliary room and other specified areas throughout the hospital, using proper cleaning guidelines and procedures. Uses appropriate cleaning supplies and chemical according to departmental proc...

Geisinger
Pine Grove, Pennsylvania

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Patient Care Technician - No CNA Cert Required - Full Time, All Shifts. Full be...

Promoted
St. Luke's University Health Network
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania

Luke's Acute Care internship, full-time paid position. Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week  . The Length of the internship program is Full Time competency-based and is tailored to each individual adult learner. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qual...

ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Hamburg, Pennsylvania

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access...

Promoted
St. Luke's University Health Network
Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania

The Environmental Services Aide performs the general and aseptic cleaning and sanitizing of patient rooms, auxiliary room and other specified areas throughout the hospital, using proper cleaning guidelines and procedures. Uses appropriate cleaning supplies and chemical according to departmental proc...

Central Bucks School District
Holicong Middle

Holicong Middle School (Location subject to change) .Perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings, grounds maintenance and assigned equipment.Also, limited maintenance tasks, including minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical and ventilating repairs.Ability to proper...

Thomas Jefferson University
Montgomery County, PA

Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Patient Care Tech at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc. Nationally ranked,...

Thomas Jefferson University
Montgomery County, PA

Emergency Room Registration Supervisor- Full Time Evening Shift (3pm-11:30pm). Maintains staffing schedules including timely responses to requests for time off. Manages on-site operations including MyTime payroll & attendance, downtime support and deposit reconciliation. Supervises efficient and com...