Mental Health Specialist (MHS)
About The Position
FHE Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for its Detox and Mental Health facility. The role supports patients entering treatment and assists nursing staff with the day-to-day processing of new admissions. The technician observes patient activity, maintains a visible presence throughout the facility and on campus, supports patients with daily activities and activities of daily living as needed, and communicates pertinent observations to the treatment team. The role also involves responding to crisis situations, maintaining patient safety and orderly conduct, supervising patients while they unpack or pack, searching patient property for contraband, observing urinalysis exams, and transporting patients to emergency rooms or doctor’s appointments in a company vehicle when necessary. The position offers three 12-hour shifts per week, with day and overnight shift options. Candidates must have current CPR certification or obtain it, complete Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training or obtain it, hold a valid Florida driver’s license, and have a behavioral health certification or associate degree. Experience in a mental health institution or psychiatric facility is required. Candidates must be at least 21 years old to drive company vehicles if required.
Requirements
- Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain it.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training or willingness to obtain it.
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
- At least 21 years of age to drive company vehicles, if required.
- Certification or an associate degree in behavioral health.
- Experience working in a mental health institution or psychiatric facility.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff with day-to-day processing of new admissions.
- Support patients entering treatment in the facility.
- Observe patient activity, maintain a visible presence on and outside the campus, and circulate throughout the treatment center.
- Assist patients with daily activities and activities of daily living as needed.
- Act as a liaison between patients and the treatment team, documenting pertinent observations to support the team and assist patients.
- Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions.
- Supervise patients while they unpack or pack.
- Maintain orderly conduct and ensure the safety of all patients.
- Search patient property and remove contraband.
- Observe urinalysis exams.
- Transport patients to and from the emergency room or doctor’s appointments when necessary using a company vehicle.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
