Mental Health Technician (MHT) (PT)

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna•Smyrna, GA

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics, depending on which unit works. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. At Ridgeview Institute Smyrna, we offer a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. We foster collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care, providing dynamic, challenging, and advantageous positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
Successful completion CPR/ First Aid certification and CPI training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures.
May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques.
Understanding of mental illness.

Responsibilities

Take and record vital signs properly.
Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and document any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior, or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
Communicate changes in the patient's condition to the charge nurse.
Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
Document the treatment plan, nursing interventions, and the patient's response to the intervention.
Employ appropriate crisis intervention techniques as needed.
Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
Act as the patient's advocate and ensure that the patient's rights are upheld.