Supplemental Mental Health Technician

Deaconess News; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Deaconess News is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the Behavioral Health Unit at Memorial Hospital. This role involves assisting nursing staff with patient care while demonstrating knowledge of the developmental needs of patients. The position offers flexibility in work schedules and numerous benefits, including tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Onsite children’s care centers

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Payactiv-earned wage benefit

Free access to fitness centers

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in psychology or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a health care facility/psychiatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in patient care activities under supervision.
• Performs routine department duties.
• Interacts with patients in a supportive manner.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Campus: Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center

Unit: Behavioral Health

Shift: Varies

Hours: Varies, Supplemental

Holidays: Rotation

Weekends: Rotation

Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
- Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
- Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
- Free access to fitness centers
- Career advancement opportunities

Job Overview:
The Mental Health Technician assists as directed by nursing staff or other professional caregivers by performing supportive and complementary tasks in patient care activities under direct supervision and in conjunction with the other team members. Performs routine department duties. Interacts with patients in a supportive and professional manner. Demonstrates knowledge of developmental needs of patient population specific to the Behavioral Health Services Department.

Qualifications:

-High School diploma or equivalent required

-Associate's degree in psychology or related field preferred

-Previous experience in a health care facility/psychiatric setting preferred

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