Mental Health Technician (MHT)
About The Position
Ridgeview Institute Monroe is seeking an empathetic and dedicated Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join their full-time treatment team. In this role, you will provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups, from adolescents to geriatrics, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being, making a meaningful difference in the lives of a diverse patient population. Ridgeview Institute Monroe (RIM) is a leading mental health care hospital in Monroe, GA, dedicated to excellence in psychiatric treatment since 2017. The hospital offers a full continuum of care, including specialized programs for adolescents, adults, older adults, and a specialized women's program. They are committed to evidence-based treatment approaches and believe in community collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. The position offers dynamic, challenging, and rewarding opportunities to work with a team of experts, ensuring personalized services for patients to achieve their treatment goals.
Requirements
- Certified Nursing or NAR required
- Successful completion of CPR certification and crisis intervention training within 10 days of employment before assisting with restraining procedures
Nice To Haves
- High School Degree or equivalent preferred
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred
- One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred
Responsibilities
- Accurately record vital signs
- Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN
- Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision
- Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques
- Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene
- Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid short and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
