Mental Health Technician - Acute Psych Adult

CHRISTUS Health; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a patient care assistant to support the psychiatric unit and help patients with daily living activities. Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and participate in group therapy and staff education.

The role involves direct and indirect patient care, helping with recreational activities and ensuring a therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in patient care, preferably in psychiatric settings, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Support hygiene activities of daily living and monitor vital signs.
• Facilitate recreational activities and participate in group therapy, education, and staff meetings.

Skills

Vital signs

Hygiene care

Patient assistance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

Facilitates the maintenance of the therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and assists patients with daily living activities. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients. Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine specimens. Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings

Description

Summary: Facilitates the maintenance of the therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and assists patients with daily living activities. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients. Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine specimens. Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed nurse, performs various service related activities in support of patient care and the patient care unit
• Responsible for direct and indirect care to assigned patients primarily focusing on hygiene activities of daily living, vital signs and recreational activities

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• BLS

Work Schedule

7AM - 7PM

Work Type

Full Time