Mental Therapy Aide (Evenings) - MTAE 26-01336
Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Cortland
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Mental Therapy Aide
(Evenings) Location: Syracuse, NY Position Type: Contract
Assignment Duration: 14 Weeks Unit: Pediatric Bio-Behavioral Health
Unit Schedule & Shift Details Shift: Evening / Variable Shift
Timing: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM Schedule: 5 shifts per week Hours: 8.5
hours per shift | 42.5 hours per week Weekends/Holidays: Every
other weekend and select holidays required Compensation Gross
Weekly Pay: $1,203 W2 Rate: $17/hour Stipend: $525/week Local Pay:
$23/hour Job Summary A well-established hospital in Syracuse, New
York is seeking a dedicated Mental Therapy Aide to support
pediatric patients within a Bio-Behavioral Health Unit. This role
involves assisting with daily patient care, maintaining a safe
therapeutic environment, and collaborating closely with the
clinical care team during evening shifts. Responsibilities Assist
in providing therapeutic and supportive care to pediatric
behavioral health patients Support patients with daily activities
while ensuring safety and dignity Observe, monitor, and report
patient behaviors and changes in condition Assist nursing and
clinical staff in maintaining a structured therapeutic environment
Implement unit protocols for patient safety and crisis prevention
Accurately document patient interactions and care activities in the
EMR system Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary
healthcare team members Ensure compliance with hospital policies,
procedures, and regulatory standards Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of Mental Health or Psychiatric experience (2 years
preferred) Pediatric behavioral health experience preferred Prior
inpatient or acute care experience preferred CPR Certification
(required) Ability to perform patient care duties in a fast-paced
acute care environment Strong interpersonal, communication, and
documentation skills EMR experience required For more details reach
at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204. About
Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a 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.
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