Mental Health Technician - Older Adult Unit

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct support to patients in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting. You will work under the supervision of nursing and clinical staff, monitor safety and behavior, and assist with activities of daily living while helping implement individualized treatment plans.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2 years of mental health experience and certification in BLS and SAMA within the first

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS Certification and SAMA certification within first week of hire requested.
• 2 years minimum experience in mental health field with direct patient care responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care under supervision.
• Monitor patient safety and behavior; assist with activities of daily living and help implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient safety monitoring

ADL assistance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

SAMA certification

Job description

• The Mental Health Technician provides direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care, working under the supervision of nursing and clinical staff.
• Monitors patient safety and behavior, assists with activities of daily living and helps implement individualized treatment plans.

Hours of Work :

36

Days Of Week :

TBD

Job Purpose

• The Mental Health Technician provides direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care, working under the supervision of nursing and clinical staff.
• Monitors patient safety and behavior, assists with activities of daily living and helps implement individualized treatment plans.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or American Heart Association (required)
• Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA) certification within first week of hire

Work Experience:

• 2 years minimum experience in mental health related field with direct patient care responsibilities

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
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