Mental Health Technician (MHT) Full-Time

UHS•North Charleston, SC

67d

About The Position

Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health is hiring full-time Mental Health Technicians (MHTs). Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the MHT is an active member of the patient treatment team and provides care to patients ranging from adolescents through geriatrics. The MHT implements therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team and remains aware of each patient’s individualized plan of care, including goals and interventions. Full-time positions are available on day and night schedules. Technicians are scheduled for seven shifts in a two-week period, with alternating weekend days and rotating holidays, and are part of an emergency team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
CPR/CPI certification required; certification is provided upon hire.
Access and add information to the medical record only for assigned patients.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of healthcare or behavioral health-related experience and/or training is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and supervision to patients on the assigned unit.
Monitor and intervene to maintain appropriate patient boundaries.
Conduct patient safety checks.
Implement therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team.
Maintain awareness of each patient’s individualized plan of care, including goals and interventions.

Benefits

Tuition assistance.
Tuition savings for continuing nursing education through Chamberlain University.
In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs).
Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations.
HealthStream online learning catalogue with free CEU courses.
Competitive compensation.
Generous paid time off.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
401(k) with company match.
Discounted stock plan.
Pet insurance.
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.