Mental Health Technician

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital•Plainfield, IN

19h•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mental Health Technician to join our team at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital! As a Mental Health Technician (MHT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent preferred
Certified Nursing or NAR required
One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Nice To Haves

Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately record vital signs
Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN
Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision
Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques
Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene
Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.