Job Title: Mental Health Therapy Aide
Location: Syracuse, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks (Extendable)
Shift: Night Shift | 12-hour shifts
We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Therapy Aide for a contract role in an acute psychiatric setting. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing compassionate and effective care to individuals with psychiatric conditions.
Provide direct and indirect care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit.
Record and monitor vital signs, intake, and output.
Assist patients during admission, physical examinations, and specimen collection.
Support activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene assistance.
Facilitate patient transport and orientation to unit procedures and expectations.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
Observe, report, and document patient responses to treatments and behavioral patterns.
Engage patients in therapeutic activities, fostering a safe and supportive environment.
Intervene in crisis situations under the guidance of nursing staff.
Conduct routine safety and environmental checks on the unit.
Contribute to the therapeutic milieu and collaborate in unit management initiatives.
Apply age-specific clinical and psychological care interventions.
Education & Certification:
BLS Certification (Required)
Mental Health Certificate (Preferred)
Experience:
Minimum 1 year of psychiatric experience required
At least 2 years of experience in a healthcare or mental health setting preferred
Strongly preferred: Prior inpatient psychiatric care experience
Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong observational and critical thinking abilities
Ability to work independently in a high-paced, acute care environment
Experience with EMR systems is essential