Mental Health Worker - Child & Adolescent Neuropsychiatric Unit

HealthcareIncludes callIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$19.36–$28.70 /hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

The Child & Adolescent Neuropsychiatric Unit is an specialized inpatient unit for the psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment of children and adolescents with co-occurring developmental and psychiatric disorders. This 14-bed unit is the only one of its kind in Maryland, and offers a behavioral approach to care for these dually diagnosed children and adolescents.

This is a part-time, 24 hours/week position that requires availability to work 12 hours shifts (7pm-7am) and every other weekend.

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.

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

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).

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

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!

Key Responsibilities

You will assist in the planning and evaluation of patient needs based on individual behaviors and conditions under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves providing direct care and support within a specialized inpatient neuropsychiatric unit.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required, with an advanced degree in a human services field strongly preferred. Candidates should have availability for 12-hour night shifts and every other weekend.

Key Skills

Patient careBehavioral healthClinical documentationCrisis interventionPatient stabilizationDevelopmental disordersInpatient care

Healthcare Professional Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

healthcare pay on WeekdayDoc is down 19.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the healthcare market look like in Maryland?
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Listed paynot listedhealthcare median $50k (middle half $43k–$81k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingMaryland index 105.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
healthcare listings in Maryland33 active2,023 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
healthcare pay trend−19.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Sheppard Pratt

Mental Health Care
Baltimore, Maryland
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
403b Retirement Match
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement