Mental Health Therapy Aide
North Massapequa, New York•Full-time
$28+ hourly
$28+ hourly
About the Job
Mental Health Therapy Aide / Evening Shift - Syracuse, NY (#25249).
Location: Syracuse, NY.
Employment Type: Full-time.
Hourly Rate: $28 per hour.
Employment Type: Full-time.
Hourly Rate: $28 per hour.
Position Overview:
Join our behavioral health team in Syracuse as a Mental Health Therapy Aide supporting evening-shift operations. This role is critical in providing therapeutic assistance and maintaining a safe environment for patients in psychiatric and behavioral health settings.
Why Join Us?:
- Competitive Compensation: Earn $28 per hour with weekly pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Sick Leave.
- Work Schedule:
- Full-time, 5 days per week.
- 8-hour evening shifts.
- Every other weekend & some holidays.
- Professional Growth: Gain specialized experience in acute mental health care within a collaborative team.
Impactful Work: Play a direct role in supporting patient recovery and wellness.
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification/Licenses: Current CPR certification is required.
- Experience:
- Minimum 1 year in mental health settings.
- Direct psychiatric/behavioral health experience required.
- Soft Skills:
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Proven collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct therapeutic support and crisis intervention.
- Monitor patient safety and behavior during evening shifts.
- Assist with group activities and daily therapeutic programs.
- Document patient interactions and report changes to clinical staff.
- Maintain a therapeutic environment consistent with facility protocols.