Mental Health Technician - 32/hr Night shift

Mass General Brigham•Middleborough, MA

10d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

McLean SouthEast is a generalized inpatient psychiatric unit focused primarily on treating depression and anxiety, while also caring for patients with a range of psychiatric disorders, including OCD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders. The team provides patient-centered care through therapeutic engagement, medication management, and behavioral interventions in a supportive, team-based environment. The Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, helps ensure their safety and well-being, and supports a therapeutic milieu. This is a part-time position scheduled for 32 hours per week: four 8-hour shifts per week, from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Days vary, and flexibility is required because there is no set weekly schedule. The position is onsite at 23 Isaac Street.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Zero to one year of related experience preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Ability to use an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities successfully.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work effectively with patients, healthcare team members, 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.
Flexibility to work varying days of the week on a night-shift schedule.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a listed issuer.
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 receiving report.
Respond quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.
Complete and file required documentation in a timely manner.
Help ensure patient safety and well-being and support the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu.