Mental Health Tech

INTEGRIS Health•Enid, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

INTEGRIS Health Meadowlake Hospital is seeking a full-time Mental Health Technician for its Dual Diagnosis program. The Mental Health Technician participates in the treatment team under the direction of the RN or Nurse Manager and supports the philosophy and structure of the milieu by managing and supervising patients in an age- and developmentally appropriate manner. The role requires population-specific competencies and adherence to applicable National Patient Safety Goals. The position reports to the Manager, with general supervision from the RN on shift. Staff must be able to assist with patients’ physical restraints using the identified Behavior Management Technique System. The role may involve floating to other units and operating a vehicle for patient transportation. Physical demands and respiratory fit-test requirements may vary. The work involves moderate exposure to hazards, including infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals, and needle sticks. There is potential for bodily injury from lifting and workplace violence. The position requires following universal safety precautions and involves constant interruptions, noise, disagreeable odors, and assorted chemicals. Staff may need to withstand outside temperatures for extended periods and may have contact with children and adolescents experiencing physical or behavioral outbursts related to mental health conditions.

Requirements

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have a current Oklahoma State Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to the employer’s insurance carrier, because the role requires operating an INTEGRIS-owned or personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

One year of previous experience in a mental health treatment setting, or completion of a mental health worker certification program (Vocational-Technical), preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as a primary caregiver to assigned patients, assisting with daily living skills as needed.
Spend individual time with each assigned patient daily to help them attain treatment goals.
Document patient information for assigned patients.
Use accepted interventions under the direction of the RN, Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Manager, or Director of Nursing to address problematic patient behaviors, including therapeutic holds.
Make patient rounds as prescribed by unit policy and/or patient needs.
Assist with patient admission, discharge, and transportation as needed.
Ride or drive a van when assigned and monitor patient behavior to ensure physical and emotional safety.
Support and supervise patients in the treatment milieu in an age- and developmentally appropriate manner.
Assist with physical restraint of patients using the identified Behavior Management Technique System.
Follow universal safety precautions and applicable National Patient Safety Goals.
Float to other units as needed.