Mental Health Technician - Mental Health Unit

Department: Mental Health Unit

Schedule

Shift: Night
Working Hours: 18:30 – 07:00
Authorized hours: 48.00 bi-weekly

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 patients and families and with the rest of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and monitoring
• Assist with patient hygiene
• Communicate effectively and consistently with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Engage patients at the appropriate level for their wellness and cognition
• Problem-solve and proactively anticipate patient needs
• Collaborate effectively 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
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn and apply new healthcare-related skills

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