Compassionate Mental Health Technician — Night Shift

Baptistfirst; Prattville (AL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Prattville Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide patient care under the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. The incumbent will assist patients with activities of daily living, aid in admission and discharge procedures, and lead or co-facilitate patient groups, while orienting new patients to the unit environment.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with CNA or PCT certification preferred and BLS required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA or PCT certification preferred; BLS required.
• Hospice/clinical terminology knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the Charge Nurse or RN.
• Assist with activities of daily living and admission/discharge.
• Lead or co-facilitate patient groups; orient new patients.
• Complete safety/location checks of all patients.
• Fulfill other duties within scope of role as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

ADL assistance

Safety awareness

Stress management

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA or PCT certification preferred

BLS certification required

Job description

Baptist Health Prattville Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide patient care under the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. The incumbent will assist patients with activities of daily living, aid in admission and discharge procedures, and lead or co-facilitate patient groups, while orienting new patients to the unit environment.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with CNA or PCT certification preferred and BLS required.