Mental Health Technician - Per Diem General Adult Unit
About The Position
At Oak Street South we focus on depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-injurious behavior, trauma, and personality disorders. We also commonly see comorbid substance use disorder, OCD, and eating disorders. Our patient interactions/interventions are therapeutic, highly interpersonal, and skills-based. This is a per diem, as needed position with a requirement of at least four 8/hr shifts per month. Shifts could be Days or Evenings and flexibility is a must. Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; to ensure the safety and well-being of patients; to support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
- Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
- Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others.
- Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
- Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred
- related experience 0-1 year preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
- Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
- Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.
- Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
- Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report.
- Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
- Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times.
- Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits
- career advancement opportunities
- differentials
- premiums
- bonuses as applicable
- recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
