Sheppard Pratt·Baltimore County, Maryland
The Mental Health Worker provides direct patient care and crisis intervention for adolescent males in an inpatient stabilization unit. They participate in planning and evaluating patient needs while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
The Adolescent Male Crisis Stabilization Unit is a 23 bed unit for the multi-disciplinary assessment, evaluation, crisis intervention, and stabilization of adolescent male patients. Discharge planning emphasizes movement to day hospital or outpatient care as soon as the crisis has been stabilized.
This is a full-time, 36 hours/week position that requires availability to work 12 hour shifts (7am-7pm) and every other weekend.
Participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors.
Provide direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
Assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures
HS Diploma/GED. Human Services related degree or past direct care or related experience strongly preferred.
Must be available to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday).
All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.
The pay range for this position is $19.36 minimum to $28.70 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
A high school diploma or GED is required, with a human services degree or direct care experience strongly preferred. Candidates must be available to work 12-hour shifts and every other weekend.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Maryland are typically driven by ongoing demand in community programs, outpatient settings, and care teams supporting patients with complex needs. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related experience, and an active American Heart Association BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification status and recent experience before applying.