Mental Health Technician - Part Time/Weekends

Malvern Behavioral Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians to join their team. This part-time role involves providing essential care for young adults facing mental health challenges. You will engage in therapeutic activities, assist with daily living tasks, and support the treatment team in fostering a nurturing environment. The position offers competitive pay and flexible shifts, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues. Join a collaborative team that values compassion and professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus 12 college credits required.
• Prefer bachelor’s degree or courses in health care or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care and management of patients with behavioral issues.
• Facilitate therapy carryover and recreational activities for patients.

Skills

Therapeutic human interactions

Patient care interpretation

Creativity and problem-solving

Leadership and training

Effective communication

Behavior program adherence

Supervision of activities

Motivational techniques

Attendance reliability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

12 college credits

Bachelor’s degree in health care or related field

Tools

CPR Certification

Handle With Care Certification

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: MBH-Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Varied

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Malvern Behavioral Health is currently seeking part-time Mental Health Technicians to work day, evening and/or night shift on the weekends. Shifts are typically 12 or 8 hour shifts depending on facility needs. Malvern offers competitive pay and shift differentials.

The mental health technician assists in the direct care & management of patients across a young adult age range with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. Assists with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living with the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient's level of growth and development.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Displays an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, & therapeutic human interactions.
• Demonstrates understanding of program & philosophy & is able to interpret & implement patient care.
• Displays an active interest in learning. Demonstrates creativity & problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates leadership by training new employees.
• Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families.
• Demonstrates ability to follow behavior program.
• Actively supervises therapeutic & recreational activities.
• Understands & practices effective motivational techniques.
• Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing.
• Demonstrates regular, required attendance.

Malvern Behavioral Health is an acute behavioral health unit which helps young adults, ages 18 to 26, overcome mental health illnesses and addictions so that they can become thriving adults. We use a diverse range of treatment options, including evidence-based practices, to help individuals with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addictions, and psychosis.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 12 college credits with some direct patient care experience.
• Prefer bachelor’s degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development.

Experience:

• No minimum.
• Prefer one year’s experience as a nurse’s aide, mental health aide, psych aide, or the equivalent in a rehabilitation, psychiatric, or similar setting.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current CPR Certification (American Health Association Healthcare Provider)
• Handle With Care Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires sufficient body mobility to accomplish essential functions. Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend, stoop, and kneel with ease. Requires walking and standing often. Requires frequently speaking on the telephone. Must be able to occasionally lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. Requires normal or corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Able to assist with the restraint of individuals weighing up to 250 pounds. Emotional stability necessary to perform essential functions. Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Communicating fluently and effectively both verbally and in writing in English. Ability to perform HWC techniques. Ability to appropriately interact with all program staff, patients, visitors, attending Physicians, and other department representatives.

Physical/General:

Environment: Works in well-lighted, well-ventilated area, with high traffic flow of patients, visitors, staff, and others.

Job Hazards:

• Employee may be exposed to internal/external disasters in which appropriate policies, procedures, and plans must be followed to protect personnel, patients, and staff.
• Infections/communicable diseases and hazardous/toxic agents.
• Encounter some chemicals listed in the MSDS sheets.

Other: Participates in therapeutic crisis intervention with physically aggressive patients which may involve some personal risk.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration: Blood Borne Pathogens Standards, CFR 1910.1030
This position is susceptible to reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or potential contact with blood or other potentially infectious material that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties or “occupational exposure.” However, all employees have access to the facility’s Exposure Control Plan and MSDS Sheets. Knowledge of appropriate policies, procedures, and plans is required.

EXPOSURE: Category 1-Blood borne disease exposure through contact with contaminated blood and body fluids.