Mental Health Tech

Trinity Health • Livonia, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Tech delivers patient care in the Behavioral Medicine Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role involves meeting and interviewing clients, providing didactic groups focused on mental illness treatment, and interacting with individuals, families, and groups. The Mental Health Tech supports the multidisciplinary team with discharge planning and aftercare, writes progress notes, participates in master treatment plans, helps clients establish goals and objectives, and provides mental health education to support recovery.

The position also supports patient safety and daily care by observing patients, assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring nutritional intake and output, collecting ordered specimens, assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer procedures, and carrying out RN-assigned tasks. The role requires accurate documentation, communication with the health care team, confidentiality, and participation in unit quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• BCLS certification required.
• CPI certification required.
• Experience running didactic groups.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or 60 hours of education in a human services field, such as nursing, psychology, or social work.
• Previous experience working as a mental health tech.
• Certified Addictions Counselor 1 (CAC-1) and/or Social Work Tech.
• Experience in mental health or substance abuse services.

Responsibilities

• Observe patient status while patients perform activities of daily living.
• Update the RN promptly regarding observations and concerns.
• Document accurately in data collection and record ongoing progress notes in B.A.R. format for each client contact.
• Follow the plan of care as outlined and directed by the RN.
• Prioritize patient care activities based on patient needs and schedule.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer processes, including checking patient belongings and performing body checks.
• Perform tasks assigned by the RN, such as running groups, handling sharps and linen, and taking vital signs.
• Instruct patients and document education provided individually and through didactic groups.
• Monitor the unit and patients to help ensure a safe environment and observe patient status, including monitoring the day room, visiting hours, and meal times.
• Monitor patients' nutritional intake and output.
• Collect specimens as ordered.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living or perform them when patients are unable.
• Provide age-appropriate patient care for patients on assigned units.
• Maintain patient and family confidentiality and privacy.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the health care team and accurately follow verbal and written instructions from the RN.
• Participate in unit-based Quality Improvement Programs.
• Maintain a professional work environment and respond to the needs of patients, families, and coworkers.
• Provide backup for the Unit Clerk as needed.
• Participate in didactic presentations in a competent and professional manner.
• Assist the multidisciplinary team in discharge planning and aftercare, participate in master treatment plans, and help clients establish goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability, starting on day one.
• DailyPay option to choose to get paid every day.
• Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free parking in proximity to the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED