Compassionate Mental Health Tech – PRN Care Advocate

Ridgeview Smyrna; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Cafeteria on site

Employee engagement program

Free parking

Job summary

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) PRN to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will take vital signs, monitor patient status, and help with daily living activities.

Qualifications include High School Diploma, CNA preferred, CPR/First Aid, CPI training within 90 days, and a valid driver's license. This PRN non-exempt role offers competitive hourly pay and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; CNA preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric patient care or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification and CPI training within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs.
• Assess and document changes in patient condition.
• Communicate changes to charge nurse.
• Follow treatment plan interventions.
• Document treatment plan and patient responses.
• Provide personal hygiene assistance and activities of daily living.
• Advocate for patient rights.

Skills

Vital signs

Crisis intervention

Patient advocacy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

CNA preferred

Degree in social work or related

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

CPI training

Job description

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) PRN to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will take vital signs, monitor patient status, and help with daily living activities.

Qualifications include High School Diploma, CNA preferred, CPR/First Aid, CPI training within 90 days, and a valid driver's license. This PRN non-exempt role offers competitive hourly pay and a collaborative team environment.