Mental Health Tech Adult Psych FT Nights Jefferson Einstein

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Philadelphia is seeking a Mental Health Tech for night shifts. The role involves assisting R.N.s with patient care, observing behaviors, and leading group activities. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, with a preference for a bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience preferred.
• 12+ college credits in humanities or social services required.

Responsibilities

• Assists R.N. in delivering care and observing patient behaviors.
• Leads or assists with group activities such as community meetings.
• Completes required documentation accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Verbal de-escalation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree

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Job Description

Assists R.N. in delivering care, observing patient behaviors, providing daily community meetings, and assisting in various procedures. Works closely with the R.N. and reports any changes in patient’s mood or behavior in a timely fashion. When necessary, assists the R.N. and unit staff with pre-admission screening calls from referral sources. Also provides information about the program to callers. Patient population ranges from adult through geriatrics.

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Ensures patient safety by observing patient behaviors and completing scheduled rounding.
• Utilizes verbal de-escalation skills in response to observed patient behaviors, and follows established protocols for safe and effective management of same.
• Leads or assists with group activities such as community meetings, recreational groups, and other unit activities.
• Assists RN with patient care by completing vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, EKG, phlebotomy, and other similar activities.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff, and other customers in written form, telephone conversations, and other verbal interactions.
• Assists patients with completion of activities of daily living, and encourages independent completion of these activities when possible.
• Completes required documentation accurately and efficiently, in accordance with hospital policy and department guidelines.
• Actively participates in unit, hospital, and division meetings and work groups as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (12+ college credits in humanities or social services required for Philadelphia work locations).

Experience

1 year of related experience preferred.

Work Shift

Night shift (United States of America).

Location

5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.