Mental Health Technician - Jonesboro Group Home 2nd Shift - Full Time
Ozark Guidance · Jonesboro, AR · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Arisa Health is searching for candidates to fill Mental Health Technician positions 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.
- The position requires maintenance of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Workers or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification for Healthcare Workers.
Qualifications
- 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.
Skills
- None specified.
Benefits
- Rotating Schedule, off every other weekend.
Pay
- N/A
Schedule
- 2nd Shift - 3p-1a.
Benefits
- Rotating Schedule, off every other weekend.