Intake Mental Health Technician
About The Position
Join our dynamic team at Ridgeview Institute Monroe and make a difference as an Intake Mental Health Technician! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to plan and execute engaging activity services for our patients, contributing directly to their treatment goals and overall well-being. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll provide continuous care, interaction, and positive role modeling to patients, fostering an environment conducive to healing and growth. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare, we want to hear from you! 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.
Requirements
- Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
- Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
- Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
- Additional Requirements: Successful completion CPR certification and CPI training to within 30 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Nice To Haves
- High School Degree or equivalent preferred
- Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
- One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, 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
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
