Mental Health Technician (MHT) (Full time)
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics, depending on which unit works. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS) is a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. At RIS, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals. Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
- One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
- Successful completion CPR/ First Aid certification and CPI training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Responsibilities
- Take and record vital signs correctly.
- Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and document changes in a patient's appearance, behavior, or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Communicate changes in the patient's condition to the charge nurse.
- Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
- Document the treatment plan, nursing interventions, and the patient's response to the intervention.
- Employ appropriate crisis intervention techniques as needed.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
- Act as the patient's advocate and ensure that the patient's rights are upheld.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus for full-time positions: $1,500.00
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Cafeteria on site
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
