CNA Fulltime Days, Geri
About The Position
University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005. Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. Website: www.ubhdenton.com Shift: Fulltime Days 7a-7:30p with Rotating Weekends Position Summary: The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from adolescents through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Requirements
- Certified Nursing Assistant required
- Successful completion CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in restraining procedures.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Nice To Haves
- High School Degree or equivalent preferred
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
- A minimum of one (1) year experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
- CNA licensure and/or Registered Behavioral Technician in the State of Texas (RBT) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Take and record vital signs properly.
- Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and documents any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Communicate changes in patient's condition to the Charge Nurse.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401 (K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
