Mental Health Technician-Pathways FT 3p-11p

Centra Health•Lynchburg, VA

5d•$16 - $24

About The Position

Provides therapeutic services to psychiatric patients across the life span under Trauma Informed Care principles, as directed by a Registered Nurse and according to the plan established by the treatment team. Participates in department and team treatment programs through educational groups and one-to-one interactions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.
No minimum work experience required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide care in a manner that ensures safety, client rights, confidentiality, comfort, dignity, and a therapeutic environment.
Coordinate and/or implement skilled activities involving the care, treatment, and training of individuals receiving services.
Contribute to unit effectiveness and safety through crisis intervention, taking vital signs, and observing individuals receiving services.
Work with clients, families, and team members to maintain a safe and supportive crisis stabilization environment consistent with recovery concepts and person-centered planning.
Support individuals with personal hygiene, activities of daily living, and proper nutrition.
Assist with self-help skills as necessary and keep nursing staff informed of individuals' conditions.
Prepare written reports as necessary, such as vital-sign, census, and incident reports.
Use the treatment plan developed by nursing staff and/or the treatment team.
Supervise activities of daily living, encouraging independence and personal responsibility.
Enforce behavioral limits using established policies, procedures, and rules.
Observe individuals for changes in physical and mental conditions and report changes to professional staff.
Monitor and document food intake during meals and snack times.
Assist in group therapy sessions as assigned.
Maintain certification in all agency, state, and federal training requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested; job specifications may be modified or updated at any time.