Behavioral Health / Mental Health Tech PRN

NHC Careers • Osage Beach, MO

16h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate leader to join our team as a Behavioral Health Tech / Mental Health Tech. This role is crucial in carrying out our vision of improving behavioral health by bringing communities, healthcare providers, and families together. We provide psychiatric care to adult patients requiring inpatient hospitalization due to mental health illnesses. The Behavioral Health Tech assists in providing care for patients with mental health issues, with primary duties including dietary, environmental cleaning, and safety monitoring. The Behavioral Health Tech works under the immediate supervision of a Registered Nurse and supports physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in patient care. Duties are performed in accordance with accepted state standards and hospital regulations. Center for Behavioral Health Osage Beach is a 16-bed freestanding Adult Psychiatric hospital specializing in the treatment of Anxiety, Major Depression, Mood disturbances, Psychosis, and other mental health illnesses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS and CPI certificate within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• CNA preferred.
• One (1) year experience in acute behavioral health setting preferred.
• Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform related duties as assigned by RN.
• Maintain clean and orderly patient care areas, equipment, and supplies.
• Interact with patients on an individual and group basis.
• Conduct groups with patients.
• Maintain compliance with staff training.
• Ensure health and safety of all patients by observing mental and physical condition of patients on each shift.

Benefits

• Small hospital BIG opportunities
• The Health and Happiness of our employees is a top priority
• Casual environment, great staff to patient ratio

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED