Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Part Time

About the role

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs properly.
• Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and document any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
• Communicate changes in patient's condition to the charge nurse.
• Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
• Ensure awareness of patient's individualized plan of care including goals and interventions.
• Provide information to the charge nurse that assists in the development and revision of the treatment plan.
• Document the treatment plan, nursing interventions and the patient's response to the intervention.
• Ensure intervention is based on the patient's plan of care.

Requirements

• Education & Licensure (if applicable): High School Degree or equivalent preferred, or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Additional Skill Requirements

• Successful completion CPR certification and CPI training to within 30 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

What We Provide for Our Team

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What Sets Us Apart

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer

Selected benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hospital for Behavioral Medicine.

Compensation

This is a part time role and the expected compensation range for this role is $21.00 - $24.00 hourly.