Mental Health Tech (Full Time)

NovumHealth; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NovumHealth is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support clients at UMC's Crisis Stabilization Center in Las Vegas. This onsite role involves engaging individuals, facilitating group discussions, and documenting progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide compassionate care, use deescalation techniques, and help implement treatment plans while upholding confidentiality and patient rights.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate compassionate, nonjudgmental support for behavioral health needs.
• Ability to listen actively and document client progress accurately.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and deescalation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage individuals at the crisis support center.
• Provide empathetic support to callers seeking behavioral health assistance.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities and life skills training.
• Monitor and document client progress and responses to interventions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop support plans.
• Advocate for clients' rights and person-centered care.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Active listening

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's in human services (preferred)

Job description

Position: Mental Health Technician

Schedule: Will be discussed during the interview

Location: UMC's Crisis Stabilization Center, Las Vegas, Nevada – Onsite (This role is not eligible for Remote or Hybrid)

What’s the role?

As a Mental Health Technician at NovumHealth, your primary purpose is to provide compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health disorders. You will play a crucial role in assisting with the implementation of treatment plans, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, and facilitating therapeutic activities to promote their recovery.

What you’ll do:

• Welcome and engage individuals visiting the support center, establishing a trusting and supportive relationship.
• Provide empathetic and nonjudgmental support to individuals contacting the support center seeking behavioral health assistance.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities and interventions, such as group discussions, recreational programs, and life skills training.
• Monitor and document clients' progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement comprehensive support plans.
• Advocate for clients' rights, needs, and preferences, ensuring a personcentered approach to care.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring:

• Compassionate and empathetic approach in working with individuals with behavioral health needs.
• Active listening skills and ability to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
• Knowledge of behavioral health conditions, symptoms, and available treatment options.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships.
• Understanding of crisis intervention techniques and deescalation strategies.
• Familiarity with community resources and referral systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain accurate records and documentation.

What you’ll need to start:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass drug screening and background check in order to start employment with Novum Health.
• Must be willing to receive vaccinations in accordance with hospital and state requirements.

What will make you stand out:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human services field.
• Previous work or volunteer experience in a community setting.