Mental Health Technician (MHT) - FT Nights | Voyages Conroe
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and supports patients in accordance with their treatment plans and Voyages Behavioral Health policies, procedures, and guidelines. The role involves observing and recording patient information, welcoming new patients using admission protocols, assisting with discharge, and maintaining direct patient observation. The MHT also leads patient education, community, goal, and activity groups; assists nursing staff with vital signs; and helps patients perform activities of daily living. The technician may be a first responder to patient situations such as codes, behavioral outbursts, attempted introduction of contraband, and medical issues. The MHT adapts therapeutic approaches to patient acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations and does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. The position is full-time and for night shifts. Voyages Behavioral Health describes a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth through its Education Advancement Program.
Requirements
- Current BLS certification is required.
- Crisis management certification according to hospital policy and standards is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
- Nursing assistant (CNA) certification is preferred where required by the state in which the hospital is located.
- Two to three years of experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Observe and record patient information pertinent to the treatment plan.
- Welcome new patients using specific admission protocols.
- Assist with the patient discharge process.
- Maintain direct patient observation.
- Lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups.
- Assist nursing staff by taking vital signs.
- Help patients perform activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Respond to patient situations, including codes, behavioral outbursts, attempted introduction of contraband, and medical issues.
- Adjust therapeutic approach to patient acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations.
- Perform duties in accordance with Voyages Behavioral Health policies, procedures, and guidelines without assuming independent responsibility for patient care.
Benefits
- Medical benefits, including EPO, HDHP, and HSA options, prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
- Dental and vision benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Life and disability insurance
- Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition assistance
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
- Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts
- Personal travel discounts
- 401(k) plans with discretionary employer match
- Generous paid benefit time
- Competitive pay
- Education Advancement Program and professional growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
