Mental Health Technician - Days

About the role

Your Work Matters
How will you make a difference?
We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mental Health Technician to join our team at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital!

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics.
• Create a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being.
• Accurately record vital signs.
• Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN.
• Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision.
• Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques.
• Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene.
• Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.

Requirements

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing or NAR required; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana Driver’s License.
• Current CPR certification.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment options.

Benefits

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Pay

The expected compensation range is $20.00- $24.00 hourly.

Schedule

This is a full-time role.

Disclaimer

Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hendricks Behavioral Hospital (HBH).

Company Information

To learn more, please visit our website: https://www.hendricksbehavioralhospital.com/

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