Mental Health Technician Float Pool Inpatient Psych 24hr Evenings

MiraVista; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician for their Float Pool in Holyoke, Massachusetts. This part-time role involves providing direct care and support to patients in a psychiatric setting. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating with the treatment team. Successful candidates will have relevant experience and strong communication skills. MiraVista offers a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) match

Employer paid short term disability (STD)

Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience required.
• Experience in psychiatric or substance inpatient preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient observation and rounds.
• Assist staff with patient care while following treatment plans.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Therapeutic relationship development

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services

Job description

Career Opportunities with MiraVista Behavioral Health Center

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Mental Health Technician Float Pool Inpatient Psych 24hr Evenings

PartTime 24Evenings3:00pm - 11:30pmincluding every other weekend and holiday rotation.

As Mental Health Technician for MiraVista in Holyoke, Massachusetts, you’ll bring your experience and knowledge where your voice matters. A Mental Health Technician is an integral part of our multidisciplinary treatment team. You will provide direct care and support not only to our patients but also their families and make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, your patients, and your community. In exchange, we will care for you as much as you care for our patients.

How You Care for Our Patients

As a Mental Health Technician, you will maintain a safe therapeutic milieu on inpatient psychiatric units. You will also conduct safety checks, monitor patients, assist with ADL’s, de-escalate acute situations, and provide supportive interactions with patients. You’ll make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, your patients, and your community.

You Bring Meaningful Experience

Successful candidates will have:

• High School Diploma. Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services field preferred.
• Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Previous experience in psychiatric or substance inpatient, restraint reduction de-escalation, and crisis intervention is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient observation and rounds.
• Assists staff with patient care while following treatment plans.
• Observe and monitor patient’s progress and reports observations to staff.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living skills, as necessary.
• Provide appropriate supervision of patients’ activities.
• Responsible for safety monitoring of patients of the unit.
• Process admissions belongings.
• Complete documentation in the EMR system.
• Work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team
• Required to float to all units as needed

How We Care for You

When you join the growing MiraVista team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. As our team member, you’ll receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) match
• Employer paid short term disability (STD)
• Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement

MiraVista is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.