Prairie View

Mental Health Worker


PayCompetitive
LocationNewton/Kansas
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 488679

      EVENING SHIFTS AVAILABLE


      Job Description:

      We are looking for Mental Health Workers to join our team working in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) Unit. In this position you will be interacting with Adolescents aged 11-17.

      Education:

      -High School Diploma or equivalency required

      -previous college courses in related field preferred (ex: Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, etc..)

      -CPR and First Aid certified training required - will train on site

      -CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - will train on site

      Experience:

      -Previous experience working with similar population preferred

      -Must be able to pass extensive background checks

      -Must have a valid Kansas driver's license and be insurable by Prairie View’s insurance company

      -Must be at least 21 years old to work on PRTF, as a state requirement

      Job Functions:

      The skills needed for this position are excellent communication skills, the ability to multi task, good writing skills in order to complete documentation, interpersonal skills, conflict resolutions skills, the ability to provide care that is appropriate to the age of the patient, and the ability to consistently set boundaries.


      ***Every other weekend is required***


  • About the company

      Whenever you are ready to take the next step toward mental wellness, Prairie View is here. Call (800) 992-6292.

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