Mental Health Tech II - Mental Health Unit - Full time - Nights

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 34.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Dayton Children's is seeking a Mental Health Technician I for the Mental Health Unit. You will work under the RN or LMHC to provide direct, compassionate care to pediatric mental health patients, ensuring safety, documenting changes, and supporting families.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and teamwork to maintain a therapeutic environment. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, day shifts (7:00 AM–7:30 PM) with weekend/holiday rotations.

Qualificações

• Experience delivering trauma-informed care in a behavioral health setting.
• Strong communication with patients, families and the treatment team.
• Accurate documentation and adherence to privacy guidelines.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct care to mental health patients per standards and licensure.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and perform routine safety checks.
• Assist with activities of daily living and collaborate with the team.

Conhecimentos

Trauma-informed care

Therapeutic communication

Documentation

ADL support

Formação

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da vaga

Mental Health Tech I - Mental Health Unit - Full time - Days# dayton children's## Mental Health Tech I - Mental Health Unit - Full time - DaysApply: Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness: Full time: Posted Today: R24695## **Facility:**Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness## **Department:**Mental Health I## **Schedule:**Full time## **Hours:**36## **Job Details:**The Mental Health Technician (MHT), functioning under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Licensed Mental Health Clinician is responsible for the direct care of mental health patients based on established standards and licensure guidelines. The MHT is responsible for knowledge and modeling of Dayton Children’s values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members while providing excellent care. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible for performing supportive, trauma-informed care to patients/families. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, completion of routine safety checks and constant attendance on patients as ordered, ensuring patient safety and adherence to treatment plans. The MHT demonstrates strong therapeutic communication skills, accepts delegated tasks, and possesses the knowledge and understanding to ask pertinent questions and report patient information as indicated, including behavioral changes and mental status updates. Appropriately handles sensitive patient information, understanding and upholding of strict confidentiality and privacy guidelines. Responsibilities also include assistance with activities of daily living, appropriate documentation, and collaboration with the treatment team. The MHT can function as the unit clerk and/or support coordinator, responsible for supporting the team lead in clerical duties and daily operations of the unit. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a secure and therapeutic physical environment, free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury, including de-escalation techniques. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital and the specific goals of the mental health unit. The MHT promotes a patient and family-centered, trauma-informed environment, and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers—both internal and external—within the mental health setting. Education: High school diploma or GED (required)**Department Specific Job Details:*** full time, 36 hours* day shift, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM* 3 (12) hour shifts* weekend and holiday rotations* serving the Mental Health Unit at the Mathile Center### About Us**At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other.****We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!****Our values:*** **We commit to safety** -We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.* **We serve with compassion** - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.* **We own every moment** - We take pride in everything we do.* **We’re better together** - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.* **We innovate with purpose** -We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.* **We value and respect each person** -We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.