Mental Health Technician - 32/hr Night shift

Mass General Brigham•Middleborough, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

McLean SouthEast is a generalized inpatient psychiatric unit primarily treating depression and anxiety, while also caring for patients with disorders including OCD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders. The team provides patient-centered care through therapeutic engagement, medication management, and behavioral interventions in a supportive, team-based environment. The Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, helps ensure their safety and well-being, and supports the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu. This is a part-time, onsite position scheduled for 32 hours per week: four 8-hour shifts, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The employee must be flexible about days of the week; there is no set weekly schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Ability to operate within an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
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 points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and avoid interrupting at inappropriate times.
Successful completion of CPI training within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

0–1 year of related experience preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a listed issuer preferred.
Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential from the New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with 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.
Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
Maintain professional boundaries in relationships with patients.
Complete and file required documentation in a timely manner.