Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Behavioral Health - Weekend Alt - Days - TMC

MedStar Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Mental Health Technician for its inpatient behavioral health unit. This part-time position involves providing essential patient care and support, ensuring a nurturing environment for patients. Candidates should have a high school diploma and the willingness to obtain BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Must obtain BCLS certification within 120 days of hire.
• Clearance through the Family Care Registry.
• Unlicensed Assistive Personnel training or relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ambulation, feeding, and daily living activities.
• Complete training and orientation as required.

Skills

Patient Care

BCLS Certification

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Behavioral Health - Weekend Alt - Days - TMC101 Truman Medical CenterJob LocationWestern Missouri Mental HealthKansas City, Missouri

Department

Behavioral Health IP

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

7:00AM - 7:30PM

Hours Per Week

24

Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Must obtain BCLS certification within 120 days of hire; certification must be kept current for continued employment

• Clearance through the Family Care Registry

• Completion of training as directed through orientation and/or by Leadership, Management or Educators in the established timeline for continued employment.

• Department orientation with classroom and clinical training equivalent to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel regulations or background that meets these regulations as follows:

Unlicensed Assistive Personnel training or the training requirements will be waived if an employee demonstrates competency in the content areas required by regulatory requirements; in the duties specific to their job and the patient population assigned; and:

• Is enrolled in a professional or practical nursing education program and has completed a fundamentals of nursing course; or Was a professional nursing or practical nursing licensure candidate who failed to pass the state licensure examinations in the past three (3) years; or Is certified as a nursing assistant per state regulation; or Is certified or has had formal training that meets the UAP curriculum; or Has documented experience as a nurse assistant, emergency medical technician or surgical technician in the past three (3) years; or has proof of completion of UAP training program in Missouri within the last three (3) years which meets the requirements of this policy; or has completed a professional or licensed practical nursing program outside the United States and is awaiting the licensure examination in this country.

• UAP's from staffing agencies shall comply with the training requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Preference for applicants with previous documented experience in patient care, including assistance with ambulation, feeding, and other activities of daily living.

• Previous mental health experience

• BCLS certification