What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Worker position at HUTCHINGS PSYCHIATRIC CENTER?
Join the Hutchings Psychiatric Center Direct Care Team!
Hutchings Psychiatric Center (HPC) has immediate full time job opportunities for Direct Care Staff to work as Mental Health Therapy Aides. Evening and night shift opportunities with rotating weekends are available. No previous psychiatric experience required.
Mental Health Therapy Aides (MHTA) are part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team focused on providing compassionate care to individuals with serious mental illness.
As a MHTA at HPC, you will provide direct care services and support to individuals diagnosed with mental illness.
Duties will include:
· Supporting patient health and safety
· Assisting individuals with personal care tasks
· Teaching individuals’ daily life skills like personal hygiene and nutrition
· Accompanying individuals to treatment, activities, and appointments on and off facility grounds
· Observing individuals' responses to treatment and documenting observations.
· Attending treatment team meetings and sharing observations on progress toward recovery goals
· Assisting in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School or High School Equivalency Diploma.
Additional Comments:
All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
· Salary: $50,819-$54,884
· NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
· Access to tuition assistance programs
· Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
· Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
· NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,819.00 - $54,884.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Work Days:
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Syracuse, NY 13210 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,819 - $54,884