Mental Health Aide

Mental Health Aide

Ready to make a difference for Veterans? Join Kelly Government Solutions and support our nation's heroes at the Sam Rayburn VA Medical Center in Bonham, TX! We're urgently hiring compassionate, reliable Mental Health Aides for immediate placement in our Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP). Help Veterans in their recovery and rehabilitation in a supportive team environment.

Why Join Kelly Government Solutions?

• Immediate onboardingstart ASAP!
• Competitive pay: $17.00$18.50/hr + $5.09/hr Health & Wellness benefits
• Stable full-time schedules (40 hours/week)
• Eligible for future federal opportunities

Shifts:

• Overnight: SunThurs, 11:30 PM8:00 AM
• Swing: TuesSat, 3:30 PM12:00 AM (available mid-August)
• Day (Backup): TuesSat, 7:30 AM4:00 PM
• Weekend and holiday coverage required

What You'll Do:

• Supervise and support Veterans in a structured, therapeutic residential setting
• Monitor safety, perform patient rounding, and document observations
• Communicate changes to clinical staff; assist with resident intake/discharge
• Lead or support group/recreational therapy activities
• Maintain compliance with infection control and safety guidelines
• Work closely with nursing/behavioral health teams

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma required; 2 years of college with 12+ semester hours in health, behavioral, or social sciences strongly preferred
• Certification: Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) required prior to start. ACLS may be needed for some roles
• Experience: At least 1 year in direct care or residential/rehabilitation patient care preferred
• References: Provide 3 references (must include a supervisor)
• Computer literacy and willingness to complete all VA-required and Electronic Health Record (EHR) training upon hire
• Bilingual and prior VA/patient experience are a plus!

What's Needed to Work:

• Ability to pass all required health clearances (TB, immunizations, drug screening, etc.)
• COVID-19 and flu vaccinations (or valid exceptions; mask required if not vaccinated)
• Must be comfortable with shift/weekend work, standing/walking, and escorting patients as needed

Ready to Apply?

• Express interest now for fastest response and onboarding!
• Email your resume and three references (including one supervisor) for fast-tracking to View email address on click.appcast.io for full details.

Come make a difference in a Veteran's lifesecure your spot on our team today!

Kelly Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.