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Mental Health Worker - Inpatient Child/Adolescent Unit

Natchaug Hospital·Mansfield Center, Connecticut

Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 14 days ago
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About the role

Provide therapeutic interventions and behavioral support for children and adolescents within an inpatient psychiatric unit. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to document patient responses and maintain a safe environment through de-escalation and physical intervention techniques.

Location Detail

  • Natchaug
  • Hospital
  • Mansfield
  • Ct (10155)
  • Shift
  • Detail:
  • Various shifts and hours available: 8 hours - 32 hours per week, part time; schedules include every other weekend. Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000
  • Hartford
  • HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut’s leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance abuse addictions. We offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery. Job Summary The Mental Health Worker provides therapeutic interventions for clients and participates as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Interacts with clients in ways that take into account age-related and specialized educational, developmental, and psychiatric needs of the population served according to therapeutic treatment plan. Observes, intervenes and documents client behavioral and physical response to therapeutic interventions. Under the direction of the identified team leader, utilizes approved physical intervention techniques, provides and assists with physical escorts, restraints and seclusions, conducts searches, and demonstrates an understanding of de-escalation and therapeutic communication techniques. Leads and Co-leads client groups. Collects and records vital signs and client data (weight, blood pressure etc.) as indicated by program requirements; organizes and maintains medical charts. Provides clients with an orientation to the unit, and inventories and safeguards clients' belongings. Maintains safe environment for client and staff. Various shifts and hours available ranging from 8 hours/week to 32 hours/week; part time; regular schedules include every other weekend. Specific details of open positions will be discussed during interview.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience with behavioral health clients preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 2 years related experience required.
  • Must be available to work every other weekend.
  • Must have and maintain a telephone number for scheduling.
  • Computer proficiency required.
  • We take great care of careers.
  • Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organization: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7% Paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Tuition Assistance Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
  • With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
  • Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.
  • We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
  • Every moment matters.
  • And this is your moment.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of related experience. Candidates must be computer proficient and available to work every other weekend.

  • high school
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Patient Documentation
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Behavioral Health Care
  • Group Leadership
  • Physical Intervention Techniques

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Dental Benefits
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical Benefits
  • 401(k) Plan With Employer Match
  • Discounts On Services And Products

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Mansfield Center, Connecticut
Posted
Jul 14, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Natchaug Hospital

Founded in 1954, Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut’s primary provider of mental health and addiction treatment services for children, adolescents and adults. We provide compassionate, respectful treatment for those living with mental illness and addictions, helping each...

IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Behavioral health roles in Connecticut

Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.

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