Mental Therapy Aide MTA#25647
Job Location:
Syracuse, NY - USA
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Job Summary
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.
