Mental Health Technician (MHT)(#IND123)

Mental Health Services•Springfield, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Services is hiring a Mental Health Technician (MHT) for its Acute Care Unit at 474 N Yellow Springs in Springfield. The unit provides a safe, therapeutic setting for people with mental or behavioral health diagnoses. The MHT provides direct, hands-on patient care and monitoring under the supervision of a Psychiatric Nurse and works as part of a multidisciplinary team. The position is offered full-time or part-time, with a 7 PM–7 AM schedule; PRN shifts are available across all shifts. Weekends and holidays are required. MHS provides new staff with CPR (BLS)/First Aid and NVCI/de-escalation training, along with ongoing education and on-the-job training. Candidates must complete an Ohio BCI check; an FBI check is required for those who have lived in Ohio for fewer than five years or who will work with children. A 5-panel drug screen is required, and residential candidates must provide a two-step TB test or proof of a prior TB test after a conditional offer of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
NVCI/de-escalation training or certification.
CPR (BLS)/First Aid; MHS provides this training for new staff.
Complete an Ohio BCI check; an FBI check is required if the candidate has lived in Ohio for fewer than five years or will work with children.
Pass a 5-panel drug screen.
Residential candidates must provide a two-step TB test or proof of a prior TB test upon conditional offer of employment.
Work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in a social services or mental health-related field.
One year of experience in a mental health or behavioral health field.

Responsibilities

Perform basic nursing care and monitor patient status under the direct supervision of an RN/LPN; plan, prioritize, and complete work in a timely manner.
Screen patients for pain and refer them to a physical healthcare provider or nurse as appropriate.
Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.
Complete initial patient admission documentation according to organizational policies and procedures.
Check patients for personal items and accurately log and secure those items at admission.
Track vital signs, mood and behavior changes, and patient activities; report changes to the Charge Nurse and/or RN/LPN.
Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families on the inpatient unit.
Assist with visitation according to MHS guidelines.
Perform patient well-being checks according to MHS guidelines and maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu.
Report concerns or issues to the Charge Nurse or RN/LPN as needed.
Use de-escalation/NVCI techniques as needed.
Organize, implement, and document recreational activities for patients.
Develop, implement, evaluate, and document didactic/experiential patient groups based on treatment-plan objectives and service-area philosophy and treatment principles.
Maintain accurate, objective, and timely patient-chart documentation in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Contribute as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team and implement, evaluate, and document interventions.
Function as a unit clerk if necessary.
Complete and add documentation to patient charts in a timely manner.
Follow universal precautions and safety and infection-control procedures, as well as state, federal, and Joint Commission health and safety standards.
Treat patients and families with dignity and respect and maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
Adhere to professional standards, policies and procedures, applicable federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission standards, including National Patient Safety Goals.
Present a positive image of MHSCC to community agencies, caregivers, and citizens.
Complete required education and training, including agency orientation, mandatory training and education, meetings, and upkeep of required certifications and licensures.
Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.