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Float Mental Health Worker

Sheppard Pratt·Howard County, Maryland

$19 - $29/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 6 days ago
Practice for this role

Float Mental Health Worker · $19 - $29/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -35% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Howard County, Maryland ($30.00/hr)
  • 31 similar openings in the Howard County area · median $32.50/hr
$18.75/hr · lowesthighest · $75.00/hr
this role: $19.36/hrmedian $30.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Howard County, Maryland rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 35% below the Howard County, Maryland median for behavioral health roles.

The Float Mental Health Worker provides direct patient care services under the supervision of a professional nurse to support various service lines. They participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Shift

  • 36 hours per week, 7am to 7pm
  • Job
  • Location
  • Type: In Person

What to expect.

Float Mental Health Workers, under close supervision of the Staff Nurse, participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors. Provides direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse. Assists in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.

  • We have an exciting opportunity for a Float Mental Health Worker! This position is located on Sheppard Pratt's main campus in Elkridge (Howard County). Float Mental Health Workers support at least two service lines. The service line assignment will be determined by the applicant's experience/interest and organizational needs. The service lines are:
  • Child & Adolescent Services
  • Young Adult Services
  • General Adult
  • Co-Occuring Disorders
  • Thought Disorders

What you’ll get from us.

  • At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
  • A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
  • 403b retirement match
  • Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. The pay range for this position is between $19.36 and $28.70 an hour.

What we need from you.

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.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with a human services degree or direct care experience strongly preferred. The role requires availability to work every other weekend and the ability to complete an extended clinical orientation.

  • high school
  • Patient care
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient monitoring
  • Safety protocols
  • Clinical documentation
  • Treatment plan implementation
  • Behavioral health support
  • Therapeutic environment maintenance

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • 403b retirement match

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $29/hr
Location
Howard County, Maryland
Posted
Sep 3, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sheppard Pratt

Sheppard Pratt is the largest private, nonprofit provider of mental health, substance use, developmental disability, special education, and social services in the country. A nationwide resource, Sheppard Pratt provides services across a comprehensive continuum of care, spanning...

IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Behavioral health roles remain steady in Maryland

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.

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