Mental Health Technician- FT 2nd Shift

UHS•West Columbia, SC

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Three Rivers Midlands is seeking a dynamic & talented Per Diem Mental Health Technician (2nd Shift). Three Rivers Midlands is a comprehensive behavioral health facility treating children and adolescents through residential and Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services (RBH). We treat males and females ages 11-18 for a wide spectrum of psychiatric issues, addictive behaviors, and chemical dependency related illnesses. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) works closely with all members of the residential and clinical treatment team. Plays an integral part of assuring that the resident program schedule and resident master treatment plan (MTP) are carried out as planned by the Team. Performs various duties assisting nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of residents in accordance with established methods and procedures of the facility. Interacts closely with residents remaining engaged in the various activities and events that residents experience throughout the treatment day. Interacts with residents in a therapeutic manner at all times and assists other staff to also maintain appropriate boundaries. This is a Full Time Position. Per Diem staff are required to work 03 holidays per calendar year, one being either Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in psychology or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of direct care experience working with adolescents and children in a Residential Treatment Facility, educational or juvenile setting.
Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess knowledge of therapeutic relationships, therapeutic processes, adolescent growth and development, limit-setting and behavior management.

Nice To Haves

Valid SC Drivers License preferred

Responsibilities

Works closely with all members of the residential and clinical treatment team.
Assures that the resident program schedule and resident master treatment plan (MTP) are carried out as planned by the Team.
Performs various duties assisting nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of residents in accordance with established methods and procedures of the facility.
Interacts closely with residents remaining engaged in the various activities and events that residents experience throughout the treatment day.
Interacts with residents in a therapeutic manner at all times and assists other staff to also maintain appropriate boundaries.
Required to work 03 holidays per calendar year, one being either Thanksgiving or Christmas.