Mental Health Tech - Adult Psych (FT - Days) - Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Tech at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done. About Jefferson Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Tech at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done. About Our Unit This unit is located at Jefferson Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Awards & Recognition Jefferson Einstein Hospital is Magnet Recognized. Jefferson is also recognized as the 2nd Best Hospital in the Philadelphia Metro area and the 3rd Best Hospital in Pennsylvania. Jefferson Einstein Hospital is also recognized for its high performance in the following procedures/conditions: Congestive Heart Failure & Kidney Failure.

Requirements

• For Philadelphia County Jefferson campuses - Completion of a supervised mental health or addiction practicum and completion of 12 college credits in the social sciences + 2 years of experience in mental health or addictions care required.
• Or Bachelor’s degree in humanities or social services + 1 year of experience in mental health or addictions care.
• BLS required based on organizational guidelines/polices.
• Behavioral management training in accordance with campus policy.

Responsibilities

• Assists the RN in delivering care, observing patient behaviors, and more.
• Reports/documents any changes in patients mood or behavior in a timely fashion.
• Provides one-on-one sessions with assigned patients as needed.
• Mental Health Technicians will maintain a full patient caseload with an assigned primary nurse in an inpatient setting and provide care for all patients effectively and compassionately.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary benefits
• Health Coaching
• Commuter Discounts
• Day Care Services, etc.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees