Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry

Davita Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Mental Health Technician for their Inpatient Psychiatry team. This full-time role involves ensuring a safe environment, documenting care, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have a background in mental health or human services, contributing to a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Document patient care and manage emergency situations.
• Support mental health observation as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Mental health

Education

High school graduate or GED

AS or BS degree in mental health or human services

Job description

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.