Weekend Mental Health Technician - Crisis Care & Support

Universal Health Services; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health in Greenville, SC is seeking a Mental Health Technician for weekend day shifts (Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday, 7:00am–7:30pm). This role involves direct patient care under RN supervision and maintaining a safe, therapeutic milieu.

You will assist with activities of daily living, participate in crisis intervention as needed, and help uphold service standards. Training is provided to ensure competency and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school level reading and writing skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Nursing assistant or patient care technician certification preferred.
• Ability to learn concepts during orientation and training if not initially qualified.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu for patients.
• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• participate in crisis intervention and safety rounds.
• Attend mandatory training and contribute to group activities on the unit.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Empathy

Education

Nursing assistant certification

Patient care technician certification

Tools

EKG machine

Vital signs equipment

Job description

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health in Greenville, SC is seeking a Mental Health Technician for weekend day shifts (Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday, 7:00am–7:30pm). This role involves direct patient care under RN supervision and maintaining a safe, therapeutic milieu.

You will assist with activities of daily living, participate in crisis intervention as needed, and help uphold service standards. Training is provided to ensure competency and compassionate care.