Mental Health Technician (PT)

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna•Smyrna, GA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is an active member of the treatment team and provides continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling. Patients may range from preschool age through geriatrics, depending on the assigned unit. The MHT works under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This is a part-time, non-exempt role with expected compensation of $16.00 to $18.00 per hour and a $500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

A valid driver's license in the applicable state must be maintained.
Successfully complete CPR/First Aid certification and CPI training within 90 days of employment and before assisting with restraining procedures.
May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

High school degree or equivalent preferred, or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
A degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or an appropriate therapeutic discipline.
One year of related experience preferred, including knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and an understanding of mental illness.

Responsibilities

Take and properly record vital signs.
Use sound judgment during assessments and observe and document changes in a patient's appearance, behavior, or progress toward treatment plan goals.
Communicate changes in a patient's condition to the charge nurse.
Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
Document treatment plans, nursing interventions, and patients' responses to interventions.
Use appropriate crisis intervention techniques as needed.
Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
Act as a patient advocate and uphold patients' rights.