Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
About the Role
The Mental Health Worker serves as a vital support to professional and technical nursing personnel, focusing on the compassionate care of patients with behavioral impairments or emotional disturbances. This role is essential for maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and clean unit environment where patients can receive the support they need.
In this position, you will be the eyes and ears on the floor, actively engaging in caring behaviors that demonstrate conscious ownership of your work. You will take a proactive and thoughtful approach to daily activities, utilizing independent judgment to ensure patient safety and well-being. Your day will involve a blend of clinical support and emotional connection, assisting patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as hygiene, elimination, and comfort measures while respecting their age, gender, culture, and personal preferences.
Beyond direct patient care, you will play a key role in operational safety and compliance. You will accurately monitor and document vital signs, recognize changes in patient conditions, and manage patient belongings. You will also assist with specimen collection, patient transportation, and the maintenance of infection control and HIPAA compliance standards. Success in this role requires a balance of technical accuracy in documentation and the ability to provide emotional support and encouragement to those in need.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
Firestone Park, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMeasure and record patient weights and vital signs
- check_circleAssist patients with hygiene, elimination, and Activities of Daily Living
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Basic Life Support, Medical Terminology, English, De-Escalation, Sama Certification, Nurse Assistant, Cna, Bilingual.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights at Southern California Hospitals
What does a Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights at Southern California Hospitals do?expand_more
In this Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights at Southern California Hospitals role, you will measure and record patient weights and vital signs; assist patients with hygiene, elimination, and activities of daily living; maintain a clean and safe unit environment following infection control procedures; and provide emotional support and encouragement to behavioral patients.
What are the requirements for this Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights role?expand_more
To qualify for the Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights at Southern California Hospitals position, applicants should have: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Demonstrated prior patient care experience, in-service training or formal training; AHA Basic Life Support; Understanding of basic medical terminology; Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English; and De-escalation certification upon hire.
Where is the Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights role at Southern California Hospitals located?expand_more
Mental Health Worker (MHW) - Full Time, Nights at Southern California Hospitals is based in 1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States. This is a on-site role.