Mental Health Technician (MHT) - PRN Nights | Voyages Conroe
About the role
If you're looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out Voyages Behavioral Health.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive leadership
Schedule
- Tier 2: provide 6 shift availability per month
- Tier 3: provide 8 shift availability per month
- Both tiers include: 1 full weekend per month, 2 major holidays, and 1 minor holiday
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible for observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan, welcoming new patients through specific admission protocols; assisting with the patient discharge process; maintaining direct patient observation; lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups; assist nursing staff by taking vital signs and help patients perform ADL's. Due to the high visibility and significant patient interaction, this position is frequently the first responder to a variety of patient situations i.e. codes, behavioral outburst, attempts to introduce contraband and medical issue. The MHT adjusts therapeutic approach to acuity, age, gender and cultural considerations. Does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. Job duties are accomplished in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures and guidelines of Voyages Behavioral Health.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) where required by state where the hospital resides preferred
- Current BLS certification required
- Crisis management certification per hospital policy and standards required
- No experience required; a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit is preferred