Mental Health Technician - Therapeutic Patient Care

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta seeks a Mental Health Technician to join the Nursing Team in Augusta, GA. The role focuses on patient-centered therapeutic strategies, observation rounds, and coordinating care aligned with the facility's mission and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include treatment planning participation, admissions assistance, patient orientation, group session prep, and maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within first week of hire.
• Must be willing to become certified in therapeutic restraint technique (Handle With Care).

Responsibilities

• Participate in treatment planning.
• Assist in the admission process.
• Orient new patients to the unit and their program.
• Plan and prepare for group therapy sessions.
• Maintain patient, program, department and related documentation.

Skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Driver's license

Experience with children and teens

Education

Associates or Bachelors in human services

Job description

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta seeks a Mental Health Technician to join the Nursing Team in Augusta, GA. The role focuses on patient-centered therapeutic strategies, observation rounds, and coordinating care aligned with the facility's mission and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include treatment planning participation, admissions assistance, patient orientation, group session prep, and maintaining thorough documentation.