Mental Health Technician - Part time Nights

Mass General Brigham•Middleborough, MA

4d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, helps ensure their safety and well-being, and supports the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu. The role includes assisting with care and treatment for psychiatric, drug, and alcohol patients and advocating for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support. This is a part-time, 32-hour-per-week onsite role with four 8-hour night shifts, Friday through Monday, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The position requires patient care and is based at 52 Oak Street.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Ability to operate within an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities successfully.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the health care team, facility personnel, and families or supportive others.
Ability to listen attentively, understand others' points, ask questions as appropriate, and avoid interrupting at inappropriate times.
Successful completion of CPI training within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Related experience, preferably 0–1 year.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from various issuers.
New Hampshire Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential.

Responsibilities

Assist with the care and treatment of psychiatric, drug, and alcohol patients.
Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
Provide parent and family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.
Follow guidelines for patients on special status, including suicide, sexual abuse, or AWOL precautions.
Provide accurate shift-to-shift reports and remain on the unit while the incoming shift is in report.
Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
Maintain professional boundaries in relationships with patients.
Complete and file required documentation in a timely manner.