Mental Health Technician II

Baycare; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and yearly contribution

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

BayCare Health Systems is seeking a Mental Health Technician II for Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, FL. The role involves providing direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under RN supervision, with shift hours from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, and every-other weekend scheduling.

Required are a High School diploma (Associate/Bachelor's preferred) and BLS. CNA or Patient Care Technician credentials are preferred; 6 months of psychology-related experience is expected.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required or within scope.
• CNA or Patient Care Technician credentials preferred.
• 6 months of psychology-related experience or a related bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under RN supervision.
• Performs ongoing monitoring and observation to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Skills

BLS

CNA - preferred

Patient Care Technician - preferred

Education

High School or Equivalent

Associate's degree in related field - Preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field - Preferred

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician Department to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Winter Haven Hospital

Mental Health Technician Position Details:

• Facility: Winter Haven Hospital
• Location: Winter Haven, FL
• Status: Full time, Hourly
• Shift Hours: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM
• Weekend Work: Every Other
• On Call: No

The Mental Health Technician Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct Supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Required Certification/Licensures:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred
• Patient Care Technician - preferred

Required Education:

• High School or Equivalent
• Associate's degree in related field - Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred

Required Experience:

• 6 months – Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field

Full time employees receive the following benefits:

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

Come join our wonderful team!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Mental Health Technician II

Location Winter Haven:Winter Haven | Clinical | Full Time

Req ID 178068