Psychiatric Mental Health Technician Part Time Day Shift
About The Position
Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units. We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Psychiatric Mental Health Technician position as we continue our successful opening! More information about Southridge can be found online at: https://southridgebh.com/ Position Description: Psychiatric Mental Health Technicians carry out the daily routines of patient care under the direction Registered Nurse and Shift Supervisor. This includes: Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient. Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis. Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs. Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations. Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients. Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed. Making rounds on patients every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety. Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges. Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- CPR certified (Can obtain once hired)
- Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient.
- Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis.
- Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs.
- Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations.
- Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients.
- Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed.
- Making rounds on patients every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety.
- Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges. Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit.
Benefits
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
- Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!
- Career ladder focus with opportunities to cross train, build skills and grow in leadership
- Tuition reimbursement assistance program
- Tuition savings through a partnership with Chamberlain University
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
