Mental Health Technician (MHT) - FT Nights | Voyages Sugar Land

PAM Voyages Behavioral Health of Sugar Land; Sugar Land (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

EAP program

FSA/HSA options

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Discounts: auto, home, cell phone, gym

Personal travel discounts

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Voyages Behavioral Health in Sugar Land, TX seeks a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to observe and document patient information, assist with admission and discharge, and support ongoing care. The role involves patient interaction, observation, and helping with activities and education under RN supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma, BLS certification, and state-specific CNA certification when required.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; CNA certification as required by state.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Crisis management certification per hospital policy and standards required.

Aufgaben

• Observe and record patient information relevant to the treatment plan.
• Welcome new patients through admission protocols and assist with discharge processes.
• Maintain direct patient observation and help patients perform ADLs; support nursing staff by taking vital signs.
• Lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups in coordination with the care team.

Kenntnisse

CNA certification

BLS certification

Crisis management

Ausbildung

High school diploma

CNA certification preferred

Jobbeschreibung

If you’re looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out Voyages Behavioral Health - and ask us about our comprehensive benefits package! Some things that our hospital can offer YOU as a full-time employee:

• Medical Benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
• Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial service
• Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts
• Life and Disability insurance benefits
• Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance
• Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
• Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings
• Personal Travel Discounts
• 401(k) plans and discretionary employer match
• Generous Paid Benefit Time

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible for observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan, welcoming new patients through specific admission protocols; assisting with the patient discharge process; maintaining direct patient observation; lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups; assist nursing staff by taking vital signs and help patients perform ADL's. Due to the high visibility and significant patient interaction, this position is frequently the first responder to a variety of patient situations i.e. codes, behavioral outburst, attempts to introduce contraband and medical issue. The MHT adjusts therapeutic approach to acuity, age, gender and cultural considerations. Does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. Job duties are accomplished in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures and guidelines of Voyages Behavioral Health.

• Education and Training: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) where required by state where the hospital resides preferred. Current BLS certification is required. Crisis management certification per hospital policy and standards required.
• Experience: None required. A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit is preferred.