Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Behavioral Health en Backus Hospital

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For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Mental Health Worker will assist in the delivery of care to patients and their family. The Mental Health Worker fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well-being of the patient and family.

Various shifts and schedules available part time and per diem; first shift: 7:00am-3:30pm, second shift: 11:00am- 7:30pm; third shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am, and Per Diem that fills in on any open shift.  All of these positions require rotating weekends and holidays.  Current shift openings will be discussed during interview.

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