Behavioral Health / Mental Health Tech

NHC Careers•Osage Beach, MO

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Behavioral Health Osage Beach is an 18-bed inpatient, free-standing Adult Psychiatric hospital specializing in treating Anxiety, Major Depression, Mood disturbances, Psychosis, and other illnesses related to mental health. A Behavioral Health Tech / Mental Health Tech helps provide care for patients who have mental health issues. The Behavioral Health Tech shall be under the immediate supervision of a Registered Nurse, supporting providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants) in the provision of patient care. The duties of the Behavioral Health Tech shall be in keeping with accepted standards for the state employed and the rules and regulations of the Hospital. Inpatient Acute Care at Center for Behavioral Health Osage Beach is designed to meet the needs of individuals in crisis. The mission of our facility is to provide quality services that consistently meet and exceed the expectations of patients, families, referral sources, payers, and partners. Inpatient services are offered for individuals 18 and older who meet inpatient criteria.

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 adult populations.
Maintain compliance with staff training.
Ensure health and safety of all patients by observing mental and physical condition of patients on each shift.