Mental Health Technician

MultiCare Health System•Auburn, WA

5d•$26 - $42

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician works as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment team to provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients. The role assists with basic patient care and recovery needs and supports clinic operations and patient outcomes. The position is associated with Auburn Medical Center in Auburn, Washington.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another human services field is preferred; one year of experience may be accepted in lieu of education.
Must obtain Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) or CNA credential before the start date.
For assignment to Navos Hospital, BLS certification is required before starting. At other campuses, CPR certification is required before starting on the floor and may be obtained onsite.
For assignment to Navos Hospital, First Aid training is required before starting.
For assignment to Navos Hospital, a Food Handler's Card is required within the first two weeks of hire.
Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered (ACCR) credential application must be submitted within 30 days of hire. Employees may work while the application is pending; the credential must be obtained upon issuance by the Department of Health. The posting notes that, due to processing delays, the credential need not be obtained within 90 days if the application was submitted in a timely and complete manner. Individuals may practice under their NAR and complete NAR duties while awaiting active AACR, with proof of submission to the Department of Health.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another human services field.

Responsibilities

Support the unit through excellent patient customer service and clinic management assistance.
Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, front office staff, and clinic management to support comprehensive health care outcomes.
Perform a variety of clinic functions requiring specialized knowledge and the integration of available standards, resources, and data.
Advocate for ethical, holistic care that promotes the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds.
Help maintain a safe, hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, and applying appropriate emotional and physical support.
Provide and document interventions in modalities matched to each patient's needs.