Detox & Mental Health Technician

The-Florida-House; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, FL is seeking a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) for our Detox and Mental Health facility. This full-time professional role supports admissions, patient care, and treatment coordination within a sensitive behavioral health setting.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, document pertinent observations, supervise patients, assist with daily activities and crisis interventions, and transport patients as needed.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required or must be obtained.
• CPI training required or must be obtained.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License (if required).
• Be at least 21 years old to drive company vehicles, if required.
• Certification or associate degree in behavioral health.
• Experience working in a mental health institution or psychiatric facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing staff in the responsibility for day-to-day processing of new admissions
• Serve as a support for patients entering treatment in the facility.
• Observe all patient activity, maintain a visible presence on the patients in and outside the campus, and circulate throughout the treatment center’s facility.
• Assist patients’ daily activities and ADL’s, as needed.
• Act as a liaison between patients and treatment team, documenting pertinent observations to support treatment team and assist the patient.
• Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions.
• Supervise patients while they are unpacking/packing
• Maintain orderly conduct of patients, ensuring the safety of all patients.
• Conduct searches of patient property and removes all contraband.
• Observe urinalysis exams.
• Transport patients to and from the emergency room and/or doctor’s appointments when necessary using company vehicle.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Training

Florida Driver's License

Experience in mental health facility

Education

Certification or associate degree in behavioral health

Job description

FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, FL is seeking a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) for our Detox and Mental Health facility. This full-time professional role supports admissions, patient care, and treatment coordination within a sensitive behavioral health setting.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, document pertinent observations, supervise patients, assist with daily activities and crisis interventions, and transport patients as needed.