Mental Health Technician

massgeneralbrigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a dedicated bedside caregiver for the North Shore Medical Center unit in Salem, MA. The role provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders, supports safety, and maintains a therapeutic milieu on the evening shift.

Responsibilities include care of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients, documentation, and rapid response in emergencies. This onsite position offers a 36-hour weekly schedule and requires BLS certification and CPI training within 30 days

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 0-1 year related experience preferred.
• CPI training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (e.g. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit during handoff.
• Thinks and acts quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients.
• Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

Skills

Collaborative work

Independent work

EHR system

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Patient communication

CPI training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; to ensure the safety and well-being of patients; to support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• -Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• -Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• -Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
• -Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• -Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report.
• -Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• -Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times.
• -Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• 36hr Evening Shift
• 3p-11:30p (rotating 4/5 shifts per week)
• Every other weekend/Every other holiday
• Pediatric Psychiatry

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Licenses and Credentials

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]

Experience

related experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• - Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
• - Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
• - Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
• - Basic computer skills.
• - Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others.
• - Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• - Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

  Remote Type

  Onsite

  Work Location

  1 Dove Avenue

  Scheduled Weekly Hours

  36

  Employee Type

  Regular

  Work Shift

  Evening (United States of America)

  Pay Range

  $22.28 - $28.30/Hourly

  Grade

  4

  At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

  EEO Statement:

  3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of emplo