Mental Health Tech

Trinity Health; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package includingMedical

Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance (0

DailyPay – get paid daily

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

Trinity Health Livonia seeks a dedicated Mental Health Tech for the Behavioral Medicine Department on the night shift. You will support RNs, assist patients with daily living activities, and help facilitate didactic groups and discharge planning as part of a collaborative care team in a busy hospital setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-focused care, accurate charting, and clear communication with patients, families, and the health care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate degree or 60 hours in human services preferred (nursing, psychology, social work).
• CAC-1 and/or Social Work Tech preferred.
• BCLS and CPI required.
• Experience running didactic groups and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe patient status and assist with activities of daily living.
• Document progress notes and updates in the medical chart.
• Follow care plan as outlined by the RN and participate in the treatment team.
• Instruct and educate patients individually and in groups.
• Support discharge planning and aftercare as part of the care team.

Skills

Patient care

Group facilitation

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree / 60 hours in human services

CAC-1 or Social work Tech preferred

BCLS and CPI Certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Posting Job Description An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care as a Mental Health Tech in the Behavioral Medicine Department awaits YOU!!!! Trinity Health Livonia is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. Trinity Health Livonia has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Delivers patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Meets and interviews clients; provides didactic groups focusing on the treatment of mental illness in the Department of Behavioral Medicine. Interacts with individuals, families, and groups. Assists multidisciplinary team in facilitating discharge planning and aftercare. Writes progress notes. Participates in the master treatment plan. Helps clients establish goals and objectives. Helps educate clients in various aspects of mental health in order to facilitate recovery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Observes patient status while performing activities of daily living.
2. Updates RN regarding observations and concerns in a timely manner.
3. Documents accurately in data collection.
4. Follows plan of care as outlined and directed by RN.
5. Prioritizes patient care activities based on patient needs/schedule.
6. Assists in admission/discharge/transfer process. i.e. check patient belongings, body checks.
7. Will perform assigned task by RN. i.e. run group, sharps, linen, vital signs.
8. Instructs patient and documents education, both individually and via didactic groups.
9. Monitor unit and patients to ensure safe environment, patient status, etc. i.e. monitor day room, monitor visiting hours, monitor day room during meal time.
10. Monitor nutritional intake and output of patients.
11. Collect specimens as ordered.
12. Assist patients with activities of daily living or perform for patient when unable.
13. Provides patient care. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned units.
14. Maintains confidentiality along with the privacy of patient/family.
15. Develops and maintains effective communication with all members of the health care team.
16. Works under the supervision of the RN and follows verbal and written instructions accurately.
17. Participates in unit-based Quality Improvement Programs.
18. Maintains a professional work environment, free of social discussions, responding to the needs of the customer, whether patient/family or co-workers.
19. Provides back up for the Unit Clerk as needed. (See job description for Unit Clerk).
20. Records in medical chart ongoing progress notes in B.A.R. format for each client contact.
21. Participates in didactic presentations in a competent and professional manner.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE:

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate degree or 60 hours of education in human services field preferred. (nursing, psychology, social work).
• Previous experience working as a mental health tech preferred.
• Certified Addictions Counselor 1 (CAC-1) and/or Social work Tech preferred.
• Experience in Mental Health/Substance Abuse services preferred.
• BCLS and CPI Required.
• Experience running didactic groups with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY:

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
• DailyPay – Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting www.dailypay.com
• Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
• Click Here to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health System.

ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH LIVONIA HOSPITAL:

We are a member of Trinity Health, a leading Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health operates in 22 states, employs about 133,000 colleagues and returns almost $1.1 billion to its communities annually in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs. Click Here to learn more about Trinity Health.

Our Commitment:

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.