Evening Mental Health Technician — Patient Care

Universal Health Services; Byron Township (MI); Hybride; USD 25 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Competitive Pay & PTO

Disability & Life Insurance

Résumé du poste

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a joint venture facility providing care to adult and geriatric patients. We are seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Technician to support RN staff and Shift Supervisor with daily patient care and safety.

The role includes rounds every 15 minutes, assisting with admissions/discharges, and participating in therapeutic activities. Full-time evening shift (3pm–11pm) with every-other weekend, located in Grand Rapids, MI.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required
• CPR certified (Can obtain once hired)
• Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred

Responsabilités

• Assisting in ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient.
• Demonstrating awareness of treatment plan elements and providing individualized intervention/care.
• Assisting patients with personal grooming and hygiene appropriate to age and needs.
• Participating in groups and activities to meet needs of various patient populations.
• Maintaining therapeutic and professional rapport with patients.
• Participating with staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu; provide de-escalation and physical management as needed.
• Making rounds on patients, documenting every 15 minutes or sooner for safety.
• Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges; perform vital signs, searches, and orientation to the unit.

Connaissances

CPR certification

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Human Services

Description du poste

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a joint venture facility providing care to adult and geriatric patients. We are seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Technician to support RN staff and Shift Supervisor with daily patient care and safety.

The role includes rounds every 15 minutes, assisting with admissions/discharges, and participating in therapeutic activities. Full-time evening shift (3pm–11pm) with every-other weekend, located in Grand Rapids, MI.