Mental Health Technician (CNA) — Compassionate Care

Bloomington Meadows Hospital; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition assistance

Career development

Pet insurance

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Bloomington Meadows Hospital is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to support our compassionate care team in Bloomington, Indiana. The role involves assisting with admissions, discharges and daily patient care under RN supervision, while emphasizing safety and a therapeutic environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, and CNA certification is preferred. Relevant coursework in psychology or health fields and experience with emotionally disturbed patients are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA Certificate desired, but not required.
• Prefer a minimum of two years of college in psychology, social work, mental health or related fields.
• Experience dealing with emotionally disturbed individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Reports patient medical problems to the Registered Nurse.
• Reports alterations in sensory perceptual images, recognizing delusions and hallucinations; monitors safety and intervenes as needed, communicating with the RN.
• Remains in patient care areas to assist patients and visitors.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and encourages independence with appropriate interventions.
• Provides care that considers safety, patients’ rights, comfort and a therapeutic environment.
• Identifies cues for potential aggression and uses de-escalation interventions.
• Represents the facility in a professional, courteous, caring attitude.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate desired

Two years of college in psychology / health fields

Experience with emotionally disturbed persons preferred

Job description

Bloomington Meadows Hospital is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to support our compassionate care team in Bloomington, Indiana. The role involves assisting with admissions, discharges and daily patient care under RN supervision, while emphasizing safety and a therapeutic environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, and CNA certification is preferred. Relevant coursework in psychology or health fields and experience with emotionally disturbed patients are