Mental Health Technician PRN

The Guidance Center - Leavenworth, KS; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Un établissement de santé mentale à Leavenworth recherche un Technicien de Santé Mentale pour fournir des soins aux clients. Ce poste implique de travailler directement avec les clients, d'assurer leur sécurité et de participer aux opérations de l'unité. Les candidats doivent avoir un diplôme d'associé ou une expérience équivalente dans le domaine des services humains.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 ans.
• Diplôme d'Associate ou 2 ans d'expérience dans le secteur des services humains.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des soins 1-1 basés sur les besoins des clients.
• Maintenir l'unité via des tâches ménagères régulières.
• Participer aux réunions d'équipe de traitement quotidiennes.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

De-escalation skills

Education

Associate of Arts/Science degree

Job description

Salary for Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Tech

• Hourly pay rate of $19.69 to $22.10 based on relevant experience, with an additional night differential when scheduled to work a qualifying shift.

Position Summary

The Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Tech will work collaboratively with a team to provide care to clients on an outpatient and inpatient basis. They will assist in the general monitoring and care of clients, as well as daily operations and housekeeping of the unit. They will act as a liaison, providing information to internal and external parties and agencies. This is a 24/7 operation, and all shifts are currently available for PRN scheduling.

Responsibilities for Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Tech

1. Provide 1-1 supportive care based on client needs, including hygiene, nutrition, and medication, while maintaining appropriate documentation.
2. Act as a resource to clients for activities to facilitate increased stability in functioning.
3. Initiate de-escalation procedures when appropriate, consistent with MANDT and Mental Health First Aid procedures.
4. Provide accurate and relevant feedback to providers to ensure optimal patient care.
5. Participate in daily treatment team meetings.
6. Maintain the unit through regular housekeeping duties.

Qualifications for Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Tech

Required: Must be at least 21 years of age and have an Associate of Arts/Science degree or two years of equivalent education and/or experience working in the human services field.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.