Mental Health Technician (MHT) Part-Time

UHS • North Charleston, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician (MHT), under the direction of a Registered Nurse, is an active member of the patient treatment team and will provide care to patients whose ages range from adolescent through geriatrics. The MHT implements the therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team for each patient and maintains awareness of patient’s individualized plan of care (including goals and interventions).

Part-time MHTs will be scheduled 4 shifts in a two-week period with alternating weekend days, rotating holidays, and are part of an emergency team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/CPI Certification Required – provided upon hire.
• Child, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of healthcare or behavioral health related experience and/or training preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observiving and documenting patient behavior, conducting room searches, reporting unsafe conditions and applying appropriate emotional and physical support
• Utilize patient activity schedule, unit rules and group structure to maintain consistency in the milieu
• Records progress notes that are reflective of patient's behaviors for specific incidents and conditions, such as suicidal thoughts/actioins, AWOL's, aggressive behavior, special checks, restrictions, and unusual sleep patterns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED