EmPATH Unit Mental Health Technician

Griffin Health Brand; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Health Brand in Derby, CT seeks a healthcare professional to provide direct services in the EmPATH Unit, including emergency psychiatric assessment and treatment. You will support admissions, discharges and transfers, record vital signs, orient patients, and assist in feeding and routine care as directed by nursing staff.

The role involves phlebotomy, ongoing assessment and planning, collaboration within an interdisciplinary team, and co-leading group sessions to aid patient healing and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of schooling in psychology or related field, experience preferred.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to patients in the EmPATH Unit, assisting in admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Record vital signs, orient patients to the unit, and assist with feeding and routine physical care as directed by nurse.
• Perform phlebotomy, participate in assessment and planning, work as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team, and co-lead group sessions.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Observation of patient status

Education

2-year schooling in Psychology or related field

Job description

Griffin Health Brand in Derby, CT seeks a healthcare professional to provide direct services in the EmPATH Unit, including emergency psychiatric assessment and treatment. You will support admissions, discharges and transfers, record vital signs, orient patients, and assist in feeding and routine care as directed by nursing staff.

The role involves phlebotomy, ongoing assessment and planning, collaboration within an interdisciplinary team, and co-leading group sessions to aid patient healing and