LEAD TECH - Mental Health Tech

UHS•Temple, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Tech is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the treatment team and provide continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients under the direction of the CNO. This position functions as an integral part in the training of mental health technicians.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent
One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness.
Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
Successful completion of approved Basic Life Support and approved Crisis Prevention & Behavioral Management training. Certification may be obtained during new hire orientation.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
At least one (1) year of experience training and developing other staff members in psychiatric patient care techniques or at least one (1) year of experience performing similar duties at CCBH.

Responsibilities

Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient
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