Mental Health Technician, Children & Youth (Night Shift)

About the role

Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Founded in 1993, MHC serves individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and now supports children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Consumers admitted to EPS and assist their needs during their stay
• Aid in de-escalating Consumers in crisis and provide ongoing monitoring to ensure Consumer and staff safety
• Collaborate with EPS treatment team to develop and implement initial treatment plans
• Promote a recovery-based approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction, and empowerment
• Aid and engage with consumers to achieve their goals and treatment plan
• Aid in consumer transfers to the Crisis treatment Center 1 (CTC1), Crisis Treatment Center 2 (CTC2), Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), and Intensive Intervention Center (IIC)
• Obtain and secure consumer belongings on admission to EPS treatment programs in accordance with agency policies
• Utilize Therapeutic Options and therapeutic restraint/seclusion to ensure consumer and staff safety as warranted
• Maintain a safe therapeutic environment free of sharps and other potentially harmful objects
• Monitor and communicate consumer’s behavior, level of cooperation, and ability to remain safe while admitted to EPS
• Ensure consumer safety checks are a priority and completed
• Provide consumers with needed supplies (food, toiletries, etc.)
• Participate in cross-training in all EPS Treatment programs as desired
• Work collaboratively with MCRT staff
• Communicate effectively with staff, supervisors, and consumers
• Demonstrate proficiency and obtain vital signs
• Assist nursing with POC tests: UDS collection
• Attend team meetings, supervision, and training as required
• Follow Universal Precautions policies and procedures at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working in the mental health or health care field preferred
• CNA, CNT, MA, EMT a plus and preferred
• CW experience a plus
• Therapeutic Options certification a plus
• Visible Hand experience a plus
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation
• Personal Automobile Insurance
• Successful Completion of Therapeutic Options Training

Qualifications

• Recovery Focused
• Knowledge of principles of recovery
• Interpersonal Skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a collaborative style and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Internal and external customer service indicative of mutual respect and trust
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Time Management/Organization
• Ability to prioritize, remain calm and focused when dealing with consumer Crisis
• Remain flexible and demonstrate positive attitude to respond to changing needs
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing environment
• Leadership Skills
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Commitment to excellence and high standards

Skills

• Therapeutic Options certification
• Visible Hand experience

Benefits

• Medical Insurance/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 403b - Retirement Plan
• Calm App for medication and mental health
• Gym membership discounts