Mental Health Tech - PRN, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join their inpatient behavioral health team. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will support patients through therapeutic interactions and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create a safe and caring environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to mental health care and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a supportive team atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational or technical degree preferred.
• One year in a mental health or acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Functions as a member of the therapeutic team in a behavioral health setting.

Skills

Patient care

Therapeutic communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical Degree

Associates Degree

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

CPI certification

Job description

Description:

Mental Health Tech - PRN, Days

Piedmont Macon

*Inpatient Behavioral Health

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Supports the mission of the organization as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the provision of the highest, quality healthcare to include individualized, patient and family-centered, holistic, and supportive care in a safe and caring environment. The Mental Health Technician provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment, with assistance from other health care members. The Mental Health Technician functions as a member of the therapeutic team as designated by the policies and procedures of Piedmont Healthcare Behavioral Health.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or GED required
Vocational or Technical Degree such as Emergency Medical Technician preferred
Associates Degree preferred

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One year in a mental health or acute care setting preferred

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification
CPI certification within the first 90 days of employment required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
N/A