Mental Health Technician - General Adult Unit - 24/hr

Mass General Brigham • Middleborough, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, helps ensure their safety and well-being, and supports a therapeutic milieu on McLean SouthEast’s generalized inpatient psychiatric unit. The unit primarily treats depression and anxiety and also cares for patients with conditions including OCD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Care is delivered through therapeutic engagement, medication management, and behavioral interventions in a supportive, team-based environment.

This is a part-time, onsite position scheduled for 24 hours per week, consisting of three 8-hour shifts. Shifts rotate between days and evenings, and the employee must be flexible about days of the week; there is no set weekly schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to operate within an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, other health care team members, facility personnel, and families or supportive others.
• Ability to listen attentively, understand others' points, ask questions as appropriate, and avoid interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Successful completion of CPI training within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 0–1 year of related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential in New Hampshire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the care and treatment of psychiatric, drug, and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Provide parent and family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.
• Follow guidelines for patients on special status, such as suicide, sexual abuse, or AWOL precautions.
• Provide accurate shift-to-shift reports and remain on the unit while the incoming shift is receiving report.
• Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.
• Complete and file required documentation in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED