Work where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkJoin us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care Come be part of something specialFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of a Registered Nurse RN the Mental Health Worker will assist in the delivery of care to patients and their family The Mental Health Worker fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well being of the patient and familyWork where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkJoin us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care Come be part of something specialFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of a Registered Nurse RN the Mental Health Worker will assist in the delivery of care to patients and their family The Mental Health Worker fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well being of the patient and familyHigh School diploma or equivalent advanced degree preferredTwo years direct experience in a psychiatric setting or in human services field preferredBasic Life Support BLS certification within days of hire Management of Aggressive Behavior MOAB certification within days of hireAbility to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationBasic computer skills including openingreading email basic internet useWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment High School diploma or equivalent advanced degree preferredTwo years direct experience in a psychiatric setting or in human services field preferredBasic Life Support BLS certification within days of hire Management of Aggressive Behavior MOAB certification within days of hireAbility to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationBasic computer skills including openingreading email basic internet useWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment