TECH - MH/BH (NO DEGREE)

UHS • Raleigh, NC

21h

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician will assist in the direct care and management of patients across all age ranges with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. The Mental Health Technician will also assist with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living within the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient’s level of growth & development.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent or combination of education/experience.
• One year’s experience as a nurse’s aide, mental health aide, psych aide, or the equivalent in a rehabilitation, psychiatric, or similar setting.
• Current North Carolina Driver’s License
• Current CPR Certification (American Health Association Healthcare Provider)
• CPI Certification

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development.
• CNA, (Certified Nursing Assistant) RBT, (Registered Behvorial Techncian) & BHT (Behavorial Health Technician)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direct care and management of patients across all age ranges with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team.
• Assist with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living within the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient’s level of growth & development.
• Training new employees.
• Follow behavior program.
• Actively supervise therapeutic & recreational activities.
• Practice effective motivational techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED