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Waterbury, Connecticut

Patient Care Aide-FT Night Inpatient Behavioral Health

Behavioral HealthIncludes weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description

At Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Behavioral Health Team brings a compassionate approach to meet the unique need of our patients, we treat various behavioral health diagnosis such as depression and other mood disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.

What You Will Do

Regularly assist with patient care, including vital sign monitoring and recording measurements in patients’ charts

  • Provide Ambulatory Support to patients, assisting with walking, showers, and other prescribed therapies.
  • The PCA/Clerical Coordinator will assist with the units’ clerical responsibility including:
  • Welcome patients and visitors to the unit.
  • Coordinate appointment scheduling and collaborate with healthcare providers.
  • Organize and maintain patient records and files.
  • Handle phone calls to and from the unit.
  • Facilitate patient transfers to/from the unit.
  • Manage office and medical supplies for the unit

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School or equivalency certificate is required.

BLS or CPR Certification: Current certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.

Experience: A minimum of 1 year of Nursing Assistant, Clerical Coordinator, or Unit Secretary experience in an Acute Inpatient setting is preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant: Certification is preferred, but not required.

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • Full-time, 36 hours per week, Night Shift
  • 12-hour shifts
  • 7 pm to 7:30 am
  • Weekends & holidays required

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

The Patient Care Aide will assist with direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs and providing ambulatory support. Additionally, the role involves clerical responsibilities such as managing patient records, scheduling appointments, and facilitating unit communications.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with current BLS or CPR certification. At least one year of experience in an acute inpatient setting as a nursing assistant or unit secretary is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Clerical coordinationPatient records managementBLS certificationBehavioral health supportUnit secretary duties

Behavioral Health Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes weekends

Living in Waterbury

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$310k
Typical market rent
$1,540/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.