Trauma-Informed Mental Health Tech - Flexible Scheduling

The Ridge Behavioral Health System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career development opportunities

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support patient care for psychiatric and substance use disorder cases. The role includes supervising patient activities, participating in treatment teams, and assisting with education groups under supervision.

The position offers full-time and part-time schedules, with a two-week paid hospital orientation and opportunities for career development within UHS subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework preferred.
• Experience may be accepted in lieu of college coursework.
• Must demonstrate basic knowledge of emotional and mental health and disease concepts including the disease of addiction.
• Clear communication and ability to facilitate psycho-education groups.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates group activities tailored to topic, age, and level of understanding.
• Ensures patients are monitored in the proper location for the duration of activities.
• Provides crisis intervention as necessary with de-escalation and safety prioritization.

Skills

Emotional health concepts

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

The Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support patient care for psychiatric and substance use disorder cases. The role includes supervising patient activities, participating in treatment teams, and assisting with education groups under supervision.

The position offers full-time and part-time schedules, with a two-week paid hospital orientation and opportunities for career development within UHS subsidiaries.