PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician — Crisis & Care

Universal Health Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with company match

Tuition assistance

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Philadelphia is seeking a PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician, who will provide direct patient care and maintain a safe therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include assisting with admissions and crises, engaging with patients, and documenting observations. Ideal candidates need a High School Diploma or GED, with additional qualifications preferred. The position offers a rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, and career development opportunities including tuition assistance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of psychiatric group processes and therapeutic relationship processes.
• Ability to assist with admissions, discharge, and transfer procedures.
• Observes patient behavior and documents according to hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Engage with patients actively during care.

Skills

Knowledge of psychiatric group processes

Crisis management with aggressive behaviors

Behavioral management

Engagement with patient population

Education

High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health Systemis a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment. We are currently seeking a PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician to join our team.
The PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of the Direct of Admissions. The Admissions Mental Health Technician is responsible for the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention and activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Knowledge of psychiatric group processes. therapeutic relationship processes, age-specific growth and development, behavioral management, crisis management with agressive behaviors
• Assist with admissions, dischare and transfer procedure
• Orient new patients to Fairmount Behavioral Healh
• Intervene with patients during critical incidents, such as escalation, elopement, and suicidal behavior
• Actively engage with patient population
• Observe patient behavior and document observations according to hospital policies
• Additional responsibilites as assigned

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHSand its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Assistance

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)is one of the nation’s largest and most respected health care management companies operatingthrough its subsidiaryacute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchasehealth care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence, and compassion.

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