Mental Health Technician, MHT - FT - 7am-3pm

Kindred Healthcare•Chicago, IL

2h•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Kindred Hospital Chicago - North is a 164-bed long-term acute care hospital offering extended recovery care. They partner with physicians and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week. The hospital is located alongside the North Branch Chicago River and surrounded by the greenery of Horner, Welles and Revere Parks. The Mental Health Tech functions as a member of the nursing team in providing a basic level of general and psychiatric care of the patients on the Mental Health Units. This includes individual therapy, leading group therapy (process groups), fully assisting patients with ADLs, and secondary care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Bachelor’s degree in psychology or social work or 2 years’ experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit.
No prior experience required

Responsibilities

Assesses patients using physical and psycho-social assessment skills.
Participates in the development of a nursing problem list upon completion of initial assessment upon admission.
Implements aspects of nursing care plan and evaluates its outcome for each patient to whom assigned. Write progress notes each shift.
Develops, coordinates and implements multidisciplinary treatment plans.
Assure patient safety by closely monitoring patients on precautions and assisting with those required restraints.
Charts accurately supporting patient’s diagnosis.
Apply the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age related physical and mental care appropriate to the patient's age.