Mental Health Technician- The Bradley Center- Adolescent- Nights

Kindred Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking compassionate and skilled individuals to join their team. This role focuses on patient safety and support, working closely with healthcare professionals to implement treatment plans and provide essential observational care. Ideal candidates will thrive in a supportive environment that values professional growth and teamwork. If you are dedicated to making a difference in patients' lives and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to a culture of service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of collegiate coursework in psychology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and implement treatment plans under RN direction.
• Perform receptionist duties to aid nursing unit efficiency.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision

Stress Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two Years of Collegiate Coursework

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Handle with Care Certification or CPI

Job description

At ScionHealth, we are committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.

At St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. We know that our employees deserve a working environment that is safe, with visible and supportive leaders, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of St. Francis – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an RN, responsible for patient safety, welfare, and the implementation of therapeutic milieu and treatment plans.
• Serve as a patient observer on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require any degree of observation to maximize patient safety.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate the efficiency of the nursing unit.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or equivalent Required
• Two (2) years of collegiate coursework to include general psychology, interpersonal communication, abnormal psychology, and/or human growth and development Preferred

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred
• Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire

Minimum Work Experience

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.