PT Nights Mental Health Technician - Care & Safety

Universal Health Services; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Student Loan Repayment Program

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

Havenwyck Hospital in Auburn Hills, MI, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Mental Health Technician for PT Night shifts (24 hrs/week). The role supports patient care under RN supervision, monitors safety, administers interventions to de-escalate, and assists with ADLs to promote a therapeutic environment.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma and some psychology coursework; experience with emotionally disturbed patients is a plus.

Qualifications

• Interact with patients to support admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Observe patient behavior and identify potential aggression early.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Provide care that emphasizes safety, comfort and a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow nursing leadership instructions and hospital policies.
• Report medical problems to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with daily living activities and encourage independence.
• Complete documentation for admissions, discharges and transfers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Observation

De-escalation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework in psychology/related fields

Job description

Havenwyck Hospital in Auburn Hills, MI, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Mental Health Technician for PT Night shifts (24 hrs/week). The role supports patient care under RN supervision, monitors safety, administers interventions to de-escalate, and assists with ADLs to promote a therapeutic environment.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma and some psychology coursework; experience with emotionally disturbed patients is a plus.