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Float Mental Health Worker


Job Location:

Elkridge, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 19 - 28
Posted: 5 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Shift: PRN or As Needed Evenings 3pm to 11pm Job Location Type: In Person

What to expect.

Float Mental Health Workers under close supervision of the Staff Nurse participate in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on patient behaviors. Provides direct patient care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse. Assists in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Float Mental Health Worker! This position is located on Sheppard Pratts main campus in Elkridge (Howard County). Float Mental Health Workers support at least two service lines. The service line assignment will be determined by the applicants experience/interest and organizational needs. The service lines are:

  • Child & Adolescent Services
  • Young Adult Services
  • General Adult
  • Co-Occuring Disorders
  • Thought Disorders

What youll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

  • A commitment to professional development including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  • Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
  • 403b retirement match
  • Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to years and level of related experience. The pay range for this position is between $19.36 and $28.70 an hour.

What we need from you.

  • HS Diploma/GED. Human Services related degree or past direct care or related experience strongly preferred.
  • Must be available to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday).
  • All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.

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Required Experience:

IC


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Sheppard Pratt offers inpatient, outpatient, home-based, school, and residential programs. Our programs and mental health services make healing a reality.

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