Mental Health Technician: Crisis Care & Recovery

NovumHealth; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NovumHealth is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support clients at UMC's Crisis Stabilization Center in Las Vegas. This onsite role involves engaging individuals, facilitating group discussions, and documenting progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide compassionate care, use deescalation techniques, and help implement treatment plans while upholding confidentiality and patient rights.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate compassionate, nonjudgmental support for behavioral health needs.
• Ability to listen actively and document client progress accurately.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and deescalation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage individuals at the crisis support center.
• Provide empathetic support to callers seeking behavioral health assistance.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities and life skills training.
• Monitor and document client progress and responses to interventions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop support plans.
• Advocate for clients' rights and person-centered care.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Active listening

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's in human services (preferred)

Job description

NovumHealth is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support clients at UMC's Crisis Stabilization Center in Las Vegas. This onsite role involves engaging individuals, facilitating group discussions, and documenting progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will provide compassionate care, use deescalation techniques, and help implement treatment plans while upholding confidentiality and patient rights.