Trinity Health·Hartford, Connecticut
Provide direct patient care and maintain a safe treatment environment within the Behavioral Health Unit. Responsibilities include observing patient behavior, collecting data, and implementing group and individual interventions to support recovery.
Employment type: Full time
Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Mental Health Worker to join our Behavioral Health team located at Mt Sinai Rehab Hospital.
The MHW is responsible for working in the Behavioral Health Unit to provide a safe and healthy treatment environment by providing direct patient care, observing patient behavior, collecting data, and providing group and individual interventions to assist the psychiatric patient towards recovery and rehabilitation.
Provides individualized patient care in a safe and effective manner.
Perform and document vital signs, ADLs, patient observations and other patient care activities.
Responds rapidly to emergency call lights and performs safety checks.
Communicate effectively with patient population.
Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.
Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital’s Behavioral Health Services include a full range of mental health and substance abuse treatment programs for all ages.
We have a dedicated, multidisciplinary team approach to developing an individualized plan of care for each patient. We strive to build trust, intimacy and a healing relationship. The focus is to draw out people's strengths and competencies to assist them with coping more effectively in times of significant challenge or difficulty in their lives. and competencies to assist them with coping more effectively in times of significant challenge or difficulty in their lives.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Market context
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.