Mental Health Technician-Pathways FT 3p-11p

Centra Health • Lynchburg, VA

5d

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 treatment plan established by the treatment team. Participates in department and team treatment programs through educational groups and one-to-one interactions. The role supports a safe, supportive, therapeutic environment consistent with recovery concepts and person-centered planning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current, active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) course completion card.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a manner that ensures safety, clients’ rights, confidentiality, comfort, dignity, and a therapeutic environment.
• Coordinate and/or implement skilled activities involving the care, treatment, and training of individuals receiving services.
• Carry out functions that contribute to unit effectiveness and safety, including 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 appropriate personal hygiene, activities of daily living, and proper nutrition; assist with self-help skills and keep nursing staff informed of clients’ 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 while encouraging independence and personal responsibility.
• Enforce behavioral limits using established policies, procedures, and rules.
• Observe clients for changes in physical or mental condition and report changes to professional staff.
• Monitor and document food intake during meals and snacks.
• Assist with 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.

What This Job Offers

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