Mental Health Worker I, Grounds Coordinator

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking dynamic candidates for the position of Grounds Monitor. The incumbent will observe and monitor adult psychiatric clients on Tewksbury Hospital grounds and buildings, providing liaison with Nursing, Rehabilitation and Campus Police Departments and with Hathorne Administration as necessary. Mental Health Workers treat all patients with dignity and respect through interactions which affirm the individual's needs and preferences and by optimally integrating their perspective into all facets of care. Please Note: Full time, 40 hours per week 7:30am-4:00pm. Days off: Friday and Saturday eff. July 12, 2026 new salary range $48,754.68-$61,653.28 Employees in this position will be required to work mandatory overtime Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive): Observe adult psychiatric client activities in designated areas of the Tewksbury Hospital Campus, both on grounds and in buildings directing or redirecting adult psychiatric clients to stay within designated areas. Observe and report both orally and in writing, significant behavioral occurrences of adult psychiatric clients, intervening as necessary to safeguard adult psychiatric clients and/or others. Report any adult psychiatric client attempts to absent themselves from designated areas, assisting as necessary to preclude such attempts. Participate in AWA searches as directed. Develop an understanding of adult psychiatric clients through communication with Nursing and Rehab Departments providing therapeutic interactions with adult psychiatric clients. May provide programmatic direct care services in the skills of daily living by instructing and/or assisting adult psychiatric clients in personal skills to insure the daily needs, dignity and human rights of adult psychiatric clients are met. Assist in the implementation of rehabilitative, behavioral and recreational programs through observations regarding adult psychiatric client behavior, needs, desires or problems. Preform adult psychiatric client related duties as needed, observing and reporting need for maintenance repairs to areas observed to ensure a safe environment for adult psychiatric clients. Maintain adult psychiatric client records which may include daily reports, incident reports, etc. to provide communication regarding adult psychiatric client's progress. Accompany adult psychiatric clients to appointments or programs to ensure adult psychiatric client safety and timeliness; escort adult psychiatric clients to and from areas as designated. Assist with psychiatric clients attending Zoom court hearings. Assist with transport off grounds to medical appointments and discharges. Assist with moving of furniture on and off the units. Assist in providing leisure activities for adult psychiatric clients during unstructured time to increase the quality of residential life. Participate in orientations, continuing education and training as required to maintain individual proficiency and assure adult psychiatric client safety. Assist in returning adult psychiatric clients from off grounds programs, facilities, and activities as necessary. Assist with off-grounds searches as required by DMH and Tewksbury Hospital policies. May perform additional adult psychiatric client related duties not herein specified at the directions of the Associate Director, Mental Health Services, compatible with that of an MHW I. Compliance with all applicable state and federal laws including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) regulations with govern the privacy and confidentiality of information about patients. Required Qualifications: Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Capacity to perform basic mathematics. Proven ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals. Talent for communicating effectively in oral expression, writing clearly and concisely, and developing ideas in logical sequence. Skilled in interacting with people who are under emotional stress with the ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful or emergency situations. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with individuals with serious, persistent mental illness, substance abuse and/or who have experienced homelessness. Valid driver's license Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency. DMH Mission Statement: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research. Pre-Hire Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests For information regarding this requisition please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io Questions or issues regarding access/login credentials to MassCareers, please contact the Mass HR ESC at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Qualifications: First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None. Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment. Based on assignment: Incumbents are required upon successful completion of a training program to obtain and maintain one or more of the following certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification . Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Department of Conservation & Recreation