Mental Health Specialist

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The McLean Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a diverse team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business experts, tech specialists, researchers, and systems analysts, to fulfill our mission. As a not-for-profit organization, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, aiming to deliver exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams foster groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all qualified applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the MHS provides direct patient care and participates in a therapeutic milieu.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Clinical Coordinator & Charge Nurse, the Community Residence Counselor (CRC) provides direct patient care and participates in a therapeutic milieu within defined practice scope.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Provides direct patient care according to treatment plans.
• Supervises community activities, including transportation as needed.
• Remains alert and attentive during shifts.
• Assists patients with appointments and maintains documentation.
• Builds professional relationships with patients while maintaining boundaries.
• Participates in rounds, status checks, and team meetings.
• Completes assigned patient care tasks.
• Manages the therapeutic environment effectively.
• Provides direction and supervision as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Communicates patient observations and concerns promptly.
• Encourages activities of daily living and assesses sleep patterns.
• Completes mandatory training, including CPR and de-escalation.
• Attends rounds and case conferences as appropriate.
• Physical ability to participate in patient activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  Qualifications

  Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

  Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

  Experience: At least one year of clinical experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting; 1-2 years preferred. Previous direct patient care experience is preferred.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate, complete Epic training within 30 days, and pass with 80% or higher.

  Additional Job Details

  Physical Requirements: Includes standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, manipulations, feeling, foot use, vision, talking, and hearing, with specified frequencies and weights.

  Remote Type: Onsite

  Work Location: 115 Mill Street

  Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  24

  Employee Type: Regular

  Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

  EEO Statement: The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at .