Mental Health Assistant

Ellis Medicine • Schenectady, NY, United States • Posted June 24, 2026

Location Schenectady, NY
Job Type Full-time
Category other-general
Posted June 24, 2026
Ellis Medicine has GENEROUS and FLEXIBLE benefits offerings!

The Mental Health Assistant (MHA) is part of the inpatient mental health patient care team. Under direct supervision of the Registered Nurse, the MHA provides child, adolescent, and adult patient supervision in a treatment milieu. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment that enhances treatment. Provides care to patients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and therapeutic environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.


+ Completion of a minimum of one year of college in the Human Relations area, preferred.

+ Healthcare experience, specifically in a behavioral health setting highly preferred.

+ Experience in services, programs or agencies that provide direct support preferred.

+ Relevant experience in other environments may include mentoring, teaching, or coaching.

+ Strong verbal...

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