Mental Health Worker I

Massachusetts
Fall River, MA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Mental Health Worker I provides day-to-day care to individuals by providing rehabilitative services to persons with major mental illness in the ACCS program, while instructing and assisting clients in learning skills of daily living to promote independence.

What You Will Do

The selected candidate will assist in the development and implementation of treatment plans for persons served, manage symptoms, and live productive and meaningful lives. They will also engage persons served in their rehabilitation and recovery, and assist them in developing independent living skills.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will possess strong therapeutic interpersonal skills to encourage and motivate individuals in their recovery to work towards treatment goals. They will also have knowledge of all medications used with the program, including their indications, risks, and side effects.

Requirements

  • MAP Certification
  • Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License or equivalent
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Experience in the human service field and specifically experience with individuals with mental illness or other disabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
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