Mental Health Technician (Part-Time)

Crawford County Mental Health Center•Pittsburg, KS

171d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time position in the treatment and rehabilitation of clients with behavioral health disorders. The Mental Health Technician is responsible for the services necessary to assist clients in daily living in a treatment unit or in a residential program. This position is also responsible for answering phone calls, taking messages for staff, greeting and assisting clients and members of the public in communication with agency staff. The Mental Health Technician assists in maintaining medical records, conducting general word processing, copying, filing, and general clerical duties. A person in this position oversees the daily flow of chores, facilitates groups, passes medications, and oversees client activities. Work is performed alongside an MHT II or higher for all training purposes.

Requirements

Obtain Certification for Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training.
First Aid CPR Certification preferred or willing to obtain.
Must be at least 18 years old.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must pass pre-employment requirements, UA, background check, TB Skin Test and Medical Health Assessment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Alcohol and Drug and/or Mental Illness, preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow dress code policies of any alternative work locations, including but not limited to schools, jails, courts, detention centers, other community partners, etc.
Develop effective communication in both written and verbal platforms.
Operate all general office equipment.
Function competently as a receptionist.
Perform electronic record filing.
Understand confidentiality regulations.
File, maintain client records and general office duties.
Monitor weekend passes and curfew for individuals in the reintegration level of care.
Monitor client behavior and documentation.
Prepare and monitor work crew assignments.
Collect UAs for clients.
Resolve conflicts amongst clients.
Perform routine inspection for maintenance requirements.
Oversee house cleaning assignments.
Conduct meal preparation supervision and assignments.
Document the need for supplies and commodities when identified.
Monitor building security throughout shifts and address irregularities.
Document client interactions.
Report appropriately to leadership.
Facilitate the delivery of services to clients when scheduled.
Initiate activities as outlined in the group schedule.
Be oriented and competent in overseeing clients for tornadoes and/or fire drills.
Act as an on-site liaison for the MHT Supervisor and provide oversight to daily operations.
Provide on the job training (OJT) for new hire MHT I via behavioral modeling.
Tend to Client needs.
Attend meetings and supervision as directed by supervisor.
Complete annual training.
Complete and maintain proper documentation of time and services within 24 hours.
Other duties as assigned.