Mental Health Tech
UHS•Moultrie, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
Turning Point Care Center has an opening for a PRN Nights Patient Tech/Mental Health Tech (MHT). MHTs play a vital role in providing excellent care for our patients and are a member of the interdisciplinary team who assists in total client care through implementation of appropriate therapeutic approaches. This position's hours are 5:30pm to 6:00am. This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Requirements
- One (1) year experience in a patient related field
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to communicate therapeutically and age appropriately.
- Current Georgia Driver's License with: No more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years Not having multiple violations for driving without insurance No more than 2 at fault accidents on record in the past 3 years No convictions for DUI or DWI within the past 7 years No convictions for serious infractions such as reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or fleeing a police officer No convictions for vehicular homicide manslaughter
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year experience with psychiatric, trauma, or substance abuse patients, preferred.
- Further training/education in behavioral health and substance abuse treatment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care within a multidiscipline team approach.
- Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Completes patient safety rounds timely.
- Maintain accurate and complete data and records.
- Intervenes with suicidal gestures, inappropriate behaviors, elopements, etc., using proper Crisis Prevention/De-escalation techniques.
- Therapeutically communicate with patients. Assists in developing appropriate boundaries and helps to develop social skills.
- Directs/redirects behaviors, demonstrating appropriate behavioral consequences. Responds appropriately to impulsivity issues as they relate to age specific criteria.
- Recognize and communicate the physical and psychological status of the patients under their care.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
