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Mental Health Worker, Inpatient

Sheppard Pratt Careers
Elkridge, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

What to expect.

Under the close supervision of a licensed nurse, you will play an essential role in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on individual behaviors and conditions.

To prepare for the responsibilities of this role, you will begin extended clinical orientation and training immediately following your first day of employment through Sheppard Pratt’s Clinical Education Department.  

Whether you’re seeking a full-time, part-time, or as-needed (PRN) position, we have flexible options including 12-hour shifts. Apply today and connect with a recruiter to find the perfect fit-location, unit, and shift tailored to you.

Explore our adult service line inpatient units:

  • Adolescent Unit
  •  Co-Occurring Disorders Unit
  •  General Adult Unit
  •  Thought Disorders Unit
  • Young Adult Unit

What you’ll 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

The pay range for this position is $19.06 minimum to $22.95 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

What we need from you.

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • An advanced degree in a human services field is strongly preferred, either in progress or already obtained.
  • Past direct care or related experience is strongly preferred.
  • For most positions, much be available to work every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

 

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Salary : $19 - $23

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