Mental Health Tech, Nights PRN

Unity Health • Searcy, AR

127d

About The Position

The position involves working in a psychiatric/addictive disease treatment facility, primarily focusing on therapeutic activities for geriatric and adult populations. The role requires effective planning and implementation of these activities in a multidisciplinary setting, ensuring that patients are treated with dignity and respect. The working environment is mostly indoors, with potential exposure to temperature changes and moderate physical activity. The job is classified as 'safety sensitive', meaning that impaired performance could result in harm to the health and safety of self or others.

Requirements

• High School or GED required; college hours a plus.
• One year equivalent work experience in a psychiatric/addictive disease treatment facility desirable.
• Minimum of one-year relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively plan and implement therapeutic activities.
• Computer skills and strong communication skills.
• Knowledgeable about the needs of geriatric and adult populations.
• Documented attendance in management of aggressive behavior training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic activities in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Build rapport with patients and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations.
• Handle interruptions and distractions while maintaining focus on tasks.
• Maintain therapeutic distance and boundaries with clients.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED