Mental Health Technicians FT 3rd Shift

Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health•Kingston, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wyoming Valley Behavioral Health is hiring full-time Mental Health Technicians to work the third shift, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., in Kingston, Pennsylvania. The role supports patients receiving mental health care by assisting with treatment activities, daily living needs, safety, and coordination of services. Technicians also document patient information, communicate behavioral changes to the medical team, and help maintain the psychiatric unit. The employer describes a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants with military experience and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One year of equivalent work experience in psychiatric or addictive disease treatment is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of equivalent work experience in psychiatric or addictive disease treatment.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, implementing, evaluating, and monitoring patients’ treatments.
Help educate patients and their families about recovery from symptoms of mental illness.
Record and maintain medical records and perform other administrative duties.
Gather relevant information to support the implementation of therapeutic activities.
Report changes in patients’ behaviors to the medical team.
Coordinate related mental health services.
Help patients with personal hygiene and daily activities.
Lead group sessions.
Assist patients with therapeutic activities.
Ensure the safety of all patients.
Help maintain cleanliness of the psychiatric unit.