Mental Health Technician
UHS•Columbus, IN
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About The Position
The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from late childhood through late adolescence depending on which unit worked. Mental Health Technicians work under the direction of the Direct Care Supervisor. Non-exempt position.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Must maintain a valid Indiana driver's license.
- CPR and First Aid certification and successful completion of HWC within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting in a seclusion/restraint intervention.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Nice To Haves
- Degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic field is preferred.
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Responsibilities
- providing continuous patient care
- supervision
- interaction
- role modeling to patients
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
