Mental Health Technician-Full Time Days/Evenings

Mary Washington Healthcare•Fredericksburg, VA

1d•$19 - $25

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and is expected to provide quality service to patients, physicians, the public, and coworkers. Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, the technician assists with basic and routine patient care in an assigned area and documents patient status according to program policies. The role supports therapeutic groups, works collaboratively with clinical and other departmental staff, and contributes to performance improvement and ongoing education.

Requirements

Have an associate degree in Human Services-Mental Health or another behavioral science discipline, or be currently enrolled in a four-year degree program, including but not limited to Social Work, Nursing, Recreational Therapy, or Psychology.
At least one year of mental health or related healthcare experience, such as experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Ability to interact with psychiatric patients in various stages of illness.
Ability to participate in performance improvement activities.
CPR (AHA BLS Provider) required at hire.
CPI required within 90 days.
Critical-thinking and analytical skills; ability to multitask, communicate effectively, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and cope with difficult situations.
Ability to tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Physical ability to walk and stand constantly; use arms and hands constantly; bend, stoop, kneel, and squat frequently; lift 35 pounds; push and pull 20 pounds; work in confined spaces; and reach above or overhead.
Auditory and visual skills, including color determination.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist with basic and routine patient care in an assigned area under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel.
Document patient status according to program policies.
Follow the policies and procedures of the unit and Department of Nursing, and support hospital and department goals and objectives.
Promote teamwork with physicians, case managers, nurses, and personnel from other departments.
Manage supplies and equipment cost-effectively and within department budget limits.
Perform skills included in job-appropriate competencies after orientation.
Assist nursing personnel with organizing and completing therapeutic groups according to the program schedule.
Maintain a competency notebook and participate in program educational services.
Complete yearly updates of mandatory education.
Contribute to the continuous Performance Improvement process.
Perform other duties as assigned.