Mental Health Tech - Part Time

UHS • Bowling Green, KY

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About The Position

Rivendell is a 149 inpatient psychiatric hospital located in the heart of Bowling Green, KY on a 49 acre campus. At Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital, children who are in crisis receive psychiatric care. Teens suffering from depression, disabling anxiety, feelings of hopelessness or suicide can learn new ways to cope. Teens and adults suffering from chemical dependency and substance abuse can get help. The position of Mental Health Tech involves providing routine non-acute physical care for patients, as well as facilitating educational groups based on needs identified in the Master Treatment Plan.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred experience in a mental health field with demonstrable competence in required knowledge and responsibilities.
• Must demonstrate competence in gathering designated admission information and explaining the Patient Rights and Responsibilities.
• Must demonstrate basic knowledge of emotional and mental health and disease concepts including the disease of addiction.
• Must have clear communication/interaction skills and demonstrate competency in facilitating skills groups.

Responsibilities

• Follows program schedule with minimal supervision and ensures patient compliance with program rules and guidelines.
• Is courteous and professional to patients, family members, and significant others.
• Completes patient procedures accurately and within time frame as specified by hospital policy.
• Completes required documentation specific to position in a clear and concise manner.
• Attends scheduled hospital inservices and completes staff education attendance record.
• Practices good hand-washing techniques and follows Universal Precautions.
• Alerts supervisors to risk management and quality concerns.
• Dresses appropriately to position.
• Shows creativity in planning patients’ free time and is involved in all aspects of patients' program.
• Checks with RN prior to and at end of shift for report and direction.
• Displays consistency and is positive in interactions with others.
• Willingly serves as preceptor to new employees and role-models positive images.
• Facilitates activity-focused program groups as assigned.
• Incorporates service specific knowledge into daily activities.
• Maintains up to date CPR certification.
• Willingly accepts additional responsibilities outside routine job functions.
• Adheres to all safety policies and safe work practices.
• Attends hospital safety trainings.
• Adheres to all hospital policies and procedures.
• Reports all accidents immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees