Compassionate Mental Health Tech - Flexible Hours & Benefits

Ridgeview Institute Monroe; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Job summary

Ridgeview Institute Monroe is seeking a full-time Mental Health Technician to provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling for patients across age groups under RN supervision.

Join a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to evidence-based psychiatric treatment and compassionate, individualized care. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth are offered in Monroe, GA.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or NAR required.
• Degree in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services or related field preferred.
• CPR certification and crisis intervention training within 10 days of employment before assisting with restraining procedures.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record vital signs.
• Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN.
• Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision.
• Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques.
• Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene.
• Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant or NAR required

Degree in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services or related field preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Crisis intervention training

Job description

Ridgeview Institute Monroe is seeking a full-time Mental Health Technician to provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling for patients across age groups under RN supervision.

Join a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to evidence-based psychiatric treatment and compassionate, individualized care. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth are offered in Monroe, GA.