Mental Health Technician, Adolescent Unit

Mass General Brigham•Middleborough, MA

1d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, supports patient safety and well-being, and helps maintain a therapeutic milieu. The role is based in the ART, a 22-bed, short-term residential treatment program in Middleboro, Massachusetts, which uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) as its primary treatment modality. The program serves patients experiencing psychiatric and psychosocial challenges, including suicidal and non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors, mood and anxiety disorders, substance misuse, psychosis, and trauma reactivity. This is a part-time position scheduled for 24 hours per week, consisting of three 8-hour shifts. Shifts rotate between days and evenings, and the employee must be able to work both. The position is onsite at 52 Oak Street.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work well 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 members of the Health Care Team, 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

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a recognized issuer.
New Hampshire Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential.
Related experience; 0–1 year 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, including suicide, sexual abuse, or AWOL precautions.
Provide accurate shift-to-shift reports and remain on the unit while the incoming shift is in report.
Respond quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
Maintain professional boundaries in relationships with patients.
Complete and file required documentation in a timely manner.