Mental Health Technician IHA - Resource Team Behavioral Services

About the role

The primary function of the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is to assist the patient and family with basic patient care, monitoring, hygiene, and to help ensure care is complete. The MHT works as an essential part of the patient care team. As the member who spends the most time in the presence of the patient, compassion, caring, and excellent human interaction skills are necessary, along with strong communication skills both with the patient and family and with the rest of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and monitoring
• Assist with patient hygiene
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Engage patients at the appropriate level for their wellness and cognition
• Problem-solve and proactively anticipate customer needs
• Collaborate consistently with the healthcare team

Requirements

• 12 college-level credit hours, including a passing grade (C or higher) in English Composition and an overall GPA of 2.0 or greater (transcripts will be verified upon application)
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Good organization skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and apply new healthcare-related skills
• 3 months of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience (preferred but not required)
• Service industry experience (preferred but not required)

Training Provided

• CPR certification
• Skills training
• Crucial Conversations
• Hospitality in Healthcare

Schedule

Shift: PRN (as needed)
Working Hours: 0630–0630
Will be added to 4th shift.
Authorized 0.00 hours bi-weekly.