Mental Health Specialist
Core
Deliver paraprofessional mental health care in inpatient or community settings, assisting clients with daily living, safety, and therapeutic interventions under direct supervision.
Role type
Paraprofessional mental health specialist
Builds
Therapeutic support and daily care for psychiatric patients
Domain
Healthcare / Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation techniques, vital signs monitoring, activities of daily living assistance, therapeutic group facilitation, medication waste witnessing, physical restraint application
Preferred skills
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Social Work, or Nursing, valid driver's license
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Facilitate therapeutic group processes, assist clients with activities of daily living, implement interventions based on master treatment plans, monitor vital signs and collect samples, de-escalate aggressive behavior, transport and supervise clients, organize recreational activities, answer helpline calls
Seniority
Entry-level, direct support staff