Mental Health Tech (DEGREE) PT
About The Position
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is a multi-discipline behavioral healthcare center that offers mental health services to the communities of surrounding Augusta, Georgia. The Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is an acute and residential treatment facility providing balanced, top-notch clinical care to children, adolescents and young adults. We provide a carefully structured and supportive environment, and our education program is accredited through the Georgia Accrediting Commission. We are recruiting full time Mental Health Technicians. Much more available online at: https://lighthousecarecenters.com/
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma/ GED.
- Associates or Bachelors level education in a human service related field required.
- Valid driver's license with no suspensions or tickets for major traffic violations for at least three years.
- CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within first week of hire.
- Must be able and willing to become certified in therapeutic restraint technique program (Handle With Care).
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders preferred.
- Additional pay offered for lifeguard certification.
Responsibilities
- Monitor unit patients and complete rounds as assigned
- Participate in treatment planning
- Assist in the admission process
- Orient new patients to the unit and their program
- Plan and prepare for group therapy sessions
- Maintain patient, program, department and related documentation
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
