Mental Health Technician (PRN)

Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital; Whitemarsh Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital in Fort Washington, PA, seeks a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join a treatment-focused team. You will provide continuous patient care, supervise activities, and model therapeutic interactions under RN supervision.

Eligible candidates hold a Bachelor's in a human services field or a GED with at least two years of direct client contact in a human services setting. The role emphasizes crisis response and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum two years of direct contact experience in a human services setting required.
• Experience in mental health or behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes and records Vital Signs according to policy.
• Observes and documents changes in a patient’s appearance, behavior or progress toward treatment goals.
• Identifies and communicates changes to the Charge Nurse to adjust the treatment plan.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships and assists with ADLs and discharge planning.
• Employs crisis intervention techniques and responds to psychiatric emergencies.
• Performs problem solving and documents in clinical records clearly and timely.
• Demonstrates knowledge of needs across children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Hospital Administration.

Skills

Vital Signs observation

Crisis intervention

Patient care

Documentation

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in human services related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital has been providing psychiatric services to the Philadelphia area for more than 40-years. Located in Fort Washington, PA, our 146-bed facility provides a peaceful setting for those seeking treatment for mental illness. Brooke Glen offers unique and individualized programming for adolescents and adults that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and our tenured leadership team includes a seasoned nursing department.

Website: https://www.brookeglenhospital.com/

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interactions, and role modeling to patients. Mental Health Technicians work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes and records Vital Signs according to BGBH policy.
• Utilizes sound judgment during assessment and observes and documents any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
• Identifies and communicates changes in a patient's condition to the Charge Nurse, providing information that assists in the development and revision of the treatment plan.
• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and assists patients with personal hygiene, activities of daily living, and other needs through the discharge process.
• Employs appropriate crisis intervention techniques, and responds appropriately to a psychiatric emergency. Meets policy requirements in use and documentation of seclusion and restraints.
• Performs problem solving and decision making in a logical and deliberate manner utilizing available resources.
• Documents in a clear, concise and timely manner, utilizing appropriate clinical terminology.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills related to communication, environmental, and developmental needs of children, as well as issues related to adolescents, adults, and older adults.
• Knowledgeable of seclusion and restraint systems utilized with regard to children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
• Any other duties or responsibilities as determined by Hospital Administration to be necessary for the effective operation of the facility.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited program in the area of human services, which includes, but may not be limited to the following: psychology, sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary/special education or family therapy.

OR

High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent.

PLUS a minimum of two (2) years of experience (paid or unpaid) in a Human Services field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services (i.e. coaching, Teaching, case management, etc.).

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