Night Shift Direct Care Worker

Jackson-Hillsdale Community Mental Health Board

Shift: 4 10‑hour night shift (Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday). Shifts available: 7 p‑5 a or 9 p‑7 a. $3.00 premium.

Are you passionate about mental health and helping others through crisis? Join our dedicated team as a Direct Care Worker and make a real impact in the lives of individuals on their journey toward recovery and resilience.

• Providing calm, compassionate, and respectful care at all times.
• Supporting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, cooking, and mobility.
• Encouraging meaningful engagement and helping individuals identify personal goals, strengths, and interests.
• Monitoring safety with regular checks and providing hands‑on support as needed.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation.
• Facilitating therapeutic and educational groups.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, nurses, and mental health professionals.
• Supporting crisis intervention and de‑escalation efforts with empathy and skill.
• Promoting recovery, resilience, and community integration.

• Foster trusting relationships through consistent, empathetic communication.
• Respond effectively to individuals in crisis, using non‑restrictive interventions.
• Document progress, shift updates, and incident reports in our EMR (LEO).
• Assist with developing coping skills, community living skills, and access to resources.
• Encourage participation in meaningful activities, education, and employment.
• Support consumers and their families in navigating the mental health system.

• Passion for helping others and making a difference in mental health care.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond compassionately to individuals in crisis.
• Commitment to person‑centered care and trauma‑informed practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and implement emergency procedures and interventions.
• Experience in behavioral health is a plus, but more importantly, a desire to grow and support others is essential.

• Supportive and mission‑driven team
• Opportunity to be a change‑maker in someone's recovery journey
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Make an impact every single day

Apply today and help bring hope, stability, and support to those who need it most. Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community.