Mental Health Technician, per diem

Mass General Brigham•Middleborough, MA

1d•$21 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

McLean SouthEast (MSE) is a generalized inpatient psychiatric unit with a primary focus on the treatment of depression and anxiety though we also care for patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders; including OCD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and co-occurring substance use disorders. Our team provides patient-centered care through therapeutic engagement, medication management, and behavioral interventions in a supportive, team-based environment. This is a per diem, as needed position with a minimum requirement of four (4) shifts per month. Shifts are 8/hr and can be a rotation of Days, Evenings, and Weekends.

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

Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder
Ensure the safety and well-being of patients
Support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu
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