Mental Health Technician - Per Diem General Adult Unit

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Street South at The McLean Hospital Corporation seeks a per diem psychiatric care professional. The role involves direct patient care for individuals with psychiatric disorders, ensuring safety and therapeutic milieu, and providing family counseling within a collaborative clinical team.

Shifts are 8 hours, days or evenings, with at least four shifts per month and flexibility. Experience 0-1 year preferred; BLS is required; CPI training must be completed within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPI training to be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients needing support.
• Offer parent/family counseling including Parent Management Training.
• Follow safety guidelines for patients on special status (suicide, abuse, AWOL).
• Document accurately on shift reports and stay on unit during handoffs.

Skills

Teamwork

EHR proficiency

Prioritization

Communication

CPI training

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high‑performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

At Oak Street South we focus on depression, anxiety, suicidality, self‑injurious behavior, trauma, and personality disorders. We also commonly see comorbid substance use disorder, OCD, and eating disorders. Our patient interactions/interventions are therapeutic, highly interpersonal, and skills‑based This is a per diem, as needed position with a requirement of at least four 8/hr shifts per month. Shifts could be Days or Evenings and flexibility is a must. Summary: Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; to ensure the safety and well‑being of patients; to support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• Provides accurate information on shift‑to‑shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report.
• Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times.
• Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
• Data Conversion
• Various Issuers preferred
• Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred

Experience

related experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others.
• Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements:
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type
Onsite Work Location 52 Oak Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 0
Employee Type Per Diem
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.28 - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4

EEO Statement

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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