Psychotic Disorders Mental Health Tech — Per Diem, Onsite

McLean Hospital; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

McLean Hospital in Massachusetts seeks a per diem, on-site role to assist with the care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients. The incumbent will advocate for vulnerable patients and provide family counseling within the unit, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.

Responsibilities include adhering to special-status guidelines, delivering accurate shift reports, and acting swiftly in emergencies while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification and Nursing Assistant credentials preferred.
• Experience: 0-1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (e.g. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit during handoff.
• Thinks and acts quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times.
• Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

Skills

Teamwork

EHR experience

Prioritization

Computer skills

Communication with patients

Active listening

CPI training

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

McLean Hospital in Massachusetts seeks a per diem, on-site role to assist with the care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients. The incumbent will advocate for vulnerable patients and provide family counseling within the unit, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions.

Responsibilities include adhering to special-status guidelines, delivering accurate shift reports, and acting swiftly in emergencies while maintaining professional boundaries.