Mental Health Tech (CNA) – Day Shift, Patient Safety & Care

Glen Oaks Hospital; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Student loan refinancing

Tuition savings

Loan forgiveness

Career development

Pet insurance

Benefits website

Job summary

Glen Oaks Hospital is a private 54-bed mental health facility in Greenville, Texas, dedicated to compassionate care for adults and seniors. The Mental Health Technician provides continuous patient care, supervision and interaction under an RN, contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with CNAs preferred; additional education in social work or therapeutic disciplines is welcome.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nurse Aide preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Mental Health Technician (MHT) ensures patient safety and works as part of the treatment team.
• Provides continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling for patients.
• Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Hours: 7am to 3pm, 5 shifts per week, rotating weekends.

Skills

Patient safety

Verbal de-escalation

Team collaboration

CPR training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide preferred

Degree in social work/therapeutic discipline preferred

Job description

Glen Oaks Hospital is a private 54-bed mental health facility in Greenville, Texas, dedicated to compassionate care for adults and seniors. The Mental Health Technician provides continuous patient care, supervision and interaction under an RN, contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with CNAs preferred; additional education in social work or therapeutic disciplines is welcome.