Lead Mental Health Technician

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP•Columbus, OH

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). The Lead Mental Health Technician is responsible for the personal care and comfort of psychiatric patients, ensuring a safe and clean environment. The role also involves participation in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
CPR certification
Hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification
3 years of experience in a healthcare setting

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field
In pursuit of a Master's degree in a behavioral health field
3 years of experience as a behavioral health technician

Responsibilities

Provide on-the-job training for newly hired staff
Provide on-going or newly identified training to other Mental Health Technicians
Serves as a role model for all Mental Health Technicians
Orients patients to the unit, takes admission vital signs and records on the Nursing Assessment Form and/or the EHR
Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN of any changes
Provides general nursing care, i.e., transferring patients, assisting with ADLs, meals
Monitors patient's compliance with pre- and post- procedure instructions, including ECT instructions, under the supervision of the RN
Continuously observes patients' behavior, mental status and activities, notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences
Demonstrates the ability to identify behaviors that require intervention
Escorts patients when leaving the unit for activities, visitation, meals, and scheduled tests
Able to perform patient safety checks at scheduled times, documents appropriately
Responsible for one-on-one observation and constant visual observation for high-risk patients
Able to assist with restraint (physical hold) of a patient, placing a patient in seclusion under the direction of the RN and utilizing CPI techniques and adherence to policy and procedure
Assists with therapeutic educational groups under the direction of the RN or Director of Clinical Services
Participates in treatment team meetings
Communicates appropriately and clearly to the Nurse Manager, RNs therapists and physicians
Responsible for assisting patients needing additional care related to medical needs
Demonstrates the ability to set limits for patients and other de-escalation techniques
Documentation meets current standards and policies
Perform 15-minute observation rounds and documents appropriately
Answers the telephone in a professional manner, directs calls appropriately, takes messages
Operates equipment safely and correctly
Able to identify safety needs and contraband identification
Ability to document and secure patient belongings
Assists in the interviewing process for potential staff
Contributes to the new hire and annual evaluation of Mental health Technicians
Participates as a CPI or CPR instructor
Performs other duties as assigned
Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
Follows all safety rules while on the job
Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly
Corrects minor safety hazards
Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace
Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety
Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives
Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality
Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation
Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team
Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians
The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing, as required
Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word
Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication
Adheres to the Standards of Behavior
Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws
Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence
Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources
Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times
Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws
Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines
Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients
Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
Desire to go above and beyond for others
Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences