Mental Therapy Aide MTA#25647

Position Title: Mental Therapy Aide

Location: Syracuse New York
Duration: 15 Weeks
Setting: Psychiatric / Behavioral Health

Schedule

• Day Shift
• 2 x 12-hour shifts (07:00 AM 07:30 PM)
• 2 x 8-hour shifts (07:00 AM 03:00 PM)
• Every other weekend required

Position Overview

Navitas Healthcare LLC isa compassionate and dependable Mental Therapy Aide to support patients in a psychiatric care setting. This role involves assisting with both direct and indirect patient care while maintaining a safe structured and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under nursing supervision
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately
• Assist with patient admissions documentation and orientation to unit routines
• Support physical examinations and collect specimens as needed
• Monitor and document patient intake and output
• Assist patients with hygiene and activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Transport patients within the facility as required
• Build therapeutic relationships and engage patients in structured activities
• Intervene in crisis situations and report any changes in patient condition
• Maintain a safe clean and supportive environment
• Perform routine safety checks during assigned shifts
• Communicate patient updates effectively to nursing staff

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience with psychiatric or behavioral health patients (preferred)
• Knowledge of medical terminology (preferred)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to respond effectively in high-pressure or crisis situations

Additional Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment health clearance
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends
• Commitment to patient safety dignity and confidentiality

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.