Mental Health Tech - Jonesboro TC - PRN

About the role

Arisa Health is searching for candidates to fill Mental Health Technician positions in a group home serving adults with mental illness in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Providing services to clients under the general supervision of registered nurses, physicians, psychiatrists or other qualified personnel.
• Performing tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge, and permitted by the policies and procedures of local, state, and federal guidelines; and the policies of the facility requesting the services.
• Functioning as a member of the interdisciplinary team and assist with the coordination of services including planning, monitoring, documenting and conducting evaluations of services to clients.
• Making observations regarding clients’ physical conditions, behaviors and responses to treatment and reporting any significant changes to appropriate supervisor and other staff members.
• Maintaining appropriate documentation.
• Utilizing behavioral techniques to prevent injury to patients and others and to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for clients; respond appropriately in crisis situations.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous experience in a residential setting or working in the mental health field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Maintenance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Workers or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for Healthcare Workers.
• Good computer skills.
• Good leadership skills.
• The ability to organize and prioritize.
• Be patient, consistent, and flexible.
• Must be able to work in a team setting and work independently.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified.

Schedule

Work Hours: PRN, as needed.