Mental Health Technician - 32hr Days

Massachusetts General Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital seeks a Nursing Assistant dedicated to providing direct care for patients with psychiatric disorders. This role includes ensuring safety, supporting therapeutic practices, and working collaboratively within a healthcare team. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, BLS certification preferred, and the ability to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Successful completion of CPI training required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric patients.
• Advocate for vulnerable patients requiring support.
• Provide accurate reports during shift changes.

Skills

Collaboration

Basic computer skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

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

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred

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)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1 Dove Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

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 employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.