Mental Health Technician (MHT) - PRN Days | Voyages Conroe

PAM Voyages Behavioral Health of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

PAM Voyages Behavioral Health of Conroe is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patient care in a hospital setting. You will observe patients, assist with admissions, and participate in discharge planning while coordinating with the nursing team.

Responsibilities include leading education groups, monitoring vital signs, and helping patients with ADLs. Prior CNA and BLS certifications strengthen candidacy; hospital policy governs crisis procedures.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record patient information pertinent to the treatment plan.
• Welcome new patients through admission protocols.
• Assist with the patient discharge process.
• Maintain direct patient observation.
• Lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups.
• Assist nursing staff by taking vital signs and help patients perform ADL's.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient observation

ADL support

Group facilitation

Crisis management

CNA certification

BLS certification

Communication

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification (preferred)

BLS certification (required)

Crisis management training (required)

Job description

If you're looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out Voyages Behavioral Health.

Some Things That Our Hospital Can Offer YOU

• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive leadership

PRN Requirements

Tier 2: provide 6 shift availability per month

Tier 3- Provide 8 shift availability per moth

Both tiers are to include -1 full weekend per month , 2 major , and 1 minor holiday.

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.