Mental Health Technician, Per Diem

Trinity Health Corp.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Part-time Per Diem Behavioral Health Support role. You will monitor patients in the ED, document conditions, and assist with crisis intervention using approved de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities include mitigating safety risks, promptly escalating concerns to ED staff and security, and providing emotional support with calming techniques. Previous behavioral health experience and clinical certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous behavioral health experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• CPI training certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct one-to-one observation of patients in the ED, while documenting the patient’s condition during monitoring
• Assist with crisis intervention by utilizing approved de-escalation and calming techniques as appropriate
• Mitigating safety of patients experiencing psychosocial crises and their physical environment
• Escalating safety or patient behavioral concerns to ED nurses, providers, or security personnel
• Provide emotional support with calming techniques when appropriate

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Problem-solving/critical thinking

Ability to manage competing priorities

Sitting for extended periods of time

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: This is a Per Diem position

Primary responsibilities include:

• Direct one-to-one observation of patients in the ED, while documenting the patient’s condition during monitoring
• Assist with crisis intervention by utilizing approved de-escalation and calming techniques as appropriate

Essential Functions:

• Participates in mitigating the safety of patients experiencing psychosocial crises and their physical environment
• Immediately escalating safety or patient behavioral concerns to ED nurses, providers, or other colleagues including security personnel
• Provide emotional support with calming techniques when appropriate

Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving/critical thinking skills with a collaborative approach
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain composure in stressful situations
• Sitting for extended periods of time with frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous behavioral health experience preferred

Credentials/Licensure:

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Current Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training certification from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale has been named one of America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals by Forbes! Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. TrinityHealth is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. Formore information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. Youcan also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.