Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Mental Health Technician for its Inpatient Psychiatry unit. This role involves maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, documentation, and support for mental health observation. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in patient care and mental health. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, with an emphasis on teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• AS or BS degree in mental health or human services related field preferred.
• Patient care experience and experience with mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Documentation and managing emergency situations.
• Supporting mental health constant observation as needed.

Skills

Patient care experience

Experience with mental health

Education

High school diploma or GED

AS or BS in mental health or human services

Job description

Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main CampusLocation Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Inpatient Psychiatry- Shep3/6Shift: VariableSalary Range: Min $21.06 Mid $27.13 Max $33.20Recruiter: Dom Bryant

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Mental Health Technician is a member of the interdisciplinary team on Inpatient Psychiatry whose duties include maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, documentation, and managing emergency situations. Duties are performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures under the direction and supervision of the nurse manager. Inpatient Psychiatry supports mental health constant observation on other floors in the hospital as needed.

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EDUCATION:

High school graduate or GED required. AS or BS degree in mental health or human services related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Patient care experience and experience with mental health preferred.

SHIFTS:

Full Time (36 hours per week) available.

Part Time (20 hours per week) available.

Additional Details:

Must have full-time availability for first week of employment to attend orientations.

This is a bargaining union position.

About the company

The University of Vermont Medical Center is an academic medical center located in Burlington, Vermont, United States.

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